Is salad good for diverticulosis?

And what food (like meals) is good to eat for someone who has diverticulosis? Friends wonderin
Answer:
Yes, salads, or any kind of soluble or insoluble fiber is good for diverticulosis as it helps to avoid constipation, the main cause of diverticulosis. The big thing you want to avoid is straining, which puts more pressure on the colon and causes more diverticuli. It ws previously beleived nuts and seeds were to be avoided but this has not proved to be true. Also drink plenty of fluids and exercise.

However, during an attack of diverticulitis, which is inflammation or infection of the colon, fiber is to be avoided and a bland diet followed. Hope this answers your question.

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