How do you manage diverticulitis diet?

Dietary Guidelines for Diverticulitis

Eat plenty of fiber: Fiber helps keep your stool soft and bulky, which makes it easier to pass and less likely to cause diverticulitis.

- Good sources of fiber include:

- Fruits and vegetables

- Whole grains

- Beans and lentils,

- Nuts and seeds

Drink plenty of fluids: Drinking plenty of fluids helps keep your stool soft.

- Water is the best choice, but you can also drink other healthy fluids, such as juice, tea, and coffee

Avoid high-fat and processed foods: High-fat foods can be difficult to digest and may contribute to diverticulitis.

- Processed foods are often high in unhealthy fats, salt, and sugar, which can also irritate the digestive system

Limit red meat and dairy: Red meat and dairy products can be difficult to digest and may increase your risk of diverticulitis.

- Choose lean protein sources, such as fish, chicken, and tofu

Avoid sugary foods and drinks: Sugary foods and drinks can contribute to weight gain and inflammation, which are both risk factors for diverticulitis.

- Choose healthy snacks and drinks, such as fruits, vegetables, and water

Eat small meals: Eating small meals can help reduce stress on your digestive system.

- When you eat a large meal, your intestines have to work harder to digest the food, which can put strain on the diverticula

Manage your weight: Being overweight or obese increases your risk of developing diverticulitis.

- Aim for a healthy weight by eating a healthy diet and exercising regularly.

Talk to your doctor: If you have diverticulitis, talk to your doctor about a diet plan that is right for you.