Diverticulitis Support Group
Diverticulitis is a common disease of the bowel, in particular the large intestine. Diverticulitis develops from diverticulosis, which involves the formation of pouches on the outside of the colon. Diverticulitis results if one of these diverticula becomes inflamed. Diverticulitis most often affects middle-aged and elderly persons, though it can strike younger patients as...
I have just been diagnosed and am feeling quite overwhelmed and down about it all. I was on IV antibiotics for three days and now on a course of antibiotic tablets for a further week. I was on a liquid diet for three days and now on a low fibre 'soft' diet. I'm reaching out to this community for some diet help. Does anyone have an actual low fibre diet that i could follow. I'm struggling preparing an eating plan myself, particularly as there is so much conflicting advice online about what constitutes low fibre. Unfortunately my doctor was a little bit vague about how long i should be on the diet, so would appreciate some guidance on that as well. In addition what do people think about Acidophilus and at what point should one start taking it? Thanks so much
Low-fiber foods include: Canned fruits, Desserts without seeds or nuts, Eggs, Enriched white bread, Fruit juice with little or no pulp, Low-fiber cereals, Milk, Yogurt or cheese without seeds or nuts, Smooth peanut butter, Tender meat, poultry and fish,White rice or plain pasta, noodles or macaroni, Well-cooked vegetables without seeds or skins.
You may need this low fiber diet for 2-4 weeks or more before VERY slowly starting back on the fiber foods.
Too much food can also cause a good amount of pain. Eat small meals for awhile,
Good luck!!!
The problem with forums like these is that people mean well however most don't know what they are talking about. Firstly let me warn you that the mayo clinic diet may not suit you and I can most definitely say to you that you should avoid eggs, white rice, milk, yogurt, cheese and some canned fruits. I have had diverticular disease for over 10 years and I have been in and out of hospital more times than i can count due to flare ups. I have a very strict diet and formula that works for me and if you want to know more please click on this link http://bit.ly/2ocSJS7. If you struggle to download the link you can get it off my Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/stomachhealth/