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suz....here's a good, common-sense article on what to eat DURING a flare-up and as you begin to get better. Hope it helps.
stef
P.S. again, with no insult intended to anyone, now is not the time to experiment with wholistic or alternative methods of recovery. Get well first and then do some reading to decide if any alternative method might work for you.
Food to eat during Diverticulitis flare-up.A low-residue diet is recommended during the flare-up periods of Diverticulitis to decrease bowel volume so that the infection can heal. An intake of less than 10 grams of fiber per day is generally considered a low residue Diverticulitis diet. If you have been on a low-residue diet for an extended period of time, your doctor may recommend a daily multi-vitamin/mineral supplement. Here's a brief menu for Diverticulitis:
Grain Products:
· enriched refined white bread, buns, bagels, English muffins
· plain cereals e.g. Cheerios, Cornflakes, Cream of Wheat, Rice Krispies, Special K
· arrowroot cookies, tea biscuits, soda crackers, plain melba toast
· white rice, refined pasta and noodles
· avoid whole grains
Fruits:
· fruit juices except prune juice
· applesauce, apricots, banana (1/2), cantaloupe, canned fruit cocktail, grapes, honeydew melon, peaches, watermelon
· avoid raw and dried fruits, raisins and berries.
Vegetables:
· vegetable juices
· potatoes (no skin)
· alfalfa sprouts, beets, green/yellow beans, carrots, celery, cucumber, eggplant, lettuce, mushrooms, green/red peppers, potatoes (peeled), squash, zucchini
· avoid vegetables from the cruciferous family such as broccoli, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, kale, Swiss chard etc
Meat and Protein Choice:
· well-cooked, tender meat, fish and eggs
· avoid beans and lentils
· Avoid all nuts and seeds, as well as foods that may contain seeds (such as yogurt)
Dairy:
· as directed by your healthcare providers
When symptoms of Diverticulitis improve, you may ease off of the Diverticulitis diet and gradually add more fiber back into your diet. A high-fiber diet is very important in preventing future Diverticulitis attacks. As you increase your fiber intake, increase your fluid intake as well.
The SEROVERA® Advantage
Diverticulitis diet during an attack
During an attack of Diverticulitis, your doctor may recommend Diverticulitis treatments. Your doctor may also recommend that you stick to a clear liquid diet for two or three days.
Foods and beverages allowed on a clear liquid diet include:
· Broth
· Clear soda
· Fruit juices without pulp
· Ice chips
· Ice pops without bits of fruit or fruit pulp
· Plain gelatin
· Plain water
· Tea or coffee without cream
Diverticulitis diet once signs and symptoms begin to resolve As you start feeling better, your doctor will recommend that you slowly introduce low-fiber foods.
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
Diverticulitis diet after an attack If you're no longer experiencing Diverticulitis, your doctor may recommend you eat a high-fiber diet.
Slowly increase the amount of fiber in your diet. As your body adjusts to your new diet, you can add more fiber. Aim for at least 25 grams of fiber each day if you're a woman, and 38 grams of fiber each day if you're a man.
High-fiber foods include:
· Brown rice
· Fruits
· Legumes, such as lentils and dried beans
· Whole-grain breads, such as whole wheat, rye and bran
· Whole-grain cereals that include wheat, bran or oats
· Wild rice
· Vegetables
stef
P.S. again, with no insult intended to anyone, now is not the time to experiment with wholistic or alternative methods of recovery. Get well first and then do some reading to decide if any alternative method might work for you.
Food to eat during Diverticulitis flare-up.A low-residue diet is recommended during the flare-up periods of Diverticulitis to decrease bowel volume so that the infection can heal. An intake of less than 10 grams of fiber per day is generally considered a low residue Diverticulitis diet. If you have been on a low-residue diet for an extended period of time, your doctor may recommend a daily multi-vitamin/mineral supplement. Here's a brief menu for Diverticulitis:
Grain Products:
· enriched refined white bread, buns, bagels, English muffins
· plain cereals e.g. Cheerios, Cornflakes, Cream of Wheat, Rice Krispies, Special K
· arrowroot cookies, tea biscuits, soda crackers, plain melba toast
· white rice, refined pasta and noodles
· avoid whole grains
Fruits:
· fruit juices except prune juice
· applesauce, apricots, banana (1/2), cantaloupe, canned fruit cocktail, grapes, honeydew melon, peaches, watermelon
· avoid raw and dried fruits, raisins and berries.
Vegetables:
· vegetable juices
· potatoes (no skin)
· alfalfa sprouts, beets, green/yellow beans, carrots, celery, cucumber, eggplant, lettuce, mushrooms, green/red peppers, potatoes (peeled), squash, zucchini
· avoid vegetables from the cruciferous family such as broccoli, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, kale, Swiss chard etc
Meat and Protein Choice:
· well-cooked, tender meat, fish and eggs
· avoid beans and lentils
· Avoid all nuts and seeds, as well as foods that may contain seeds (such as yogurt)
Dairy:
· as directed by your healthcare providers
When symptoms of Diverticulitis improve, you may ease off of the Diverticulitis diet and gradually add more fiber back into your diet. A high-fiber diet is very important in preventing future Diverticulitis attacks. As you increase your fiber intake, increase your fluid intake as well.
The SEROVERA® Advantage
Diverticulitis diet during an attack
During an attack of Diverticulitis, your doctor may recommend Diverticulitis treatments. Your doctor may also recommend that you stick to a clear liquid diet for two or three days.
Foods and beverages allowed on a clear liquid diet include:
· Broth
· Clear soda
· Fruit juices without pulp
· Ice chips
· Ice pops without bits of fruit or fruit pulp
· Plain gelatin
· Plain water
· Tea or coffee without cream
Diverticulitis diet once signs and symptoms begin to resolve As you start feeling better, your doctor will recommend that you slowly introduce low-fiber foods.
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
Diverticulitis diet after an attack If you're no longer experiencing Diverticulitis, your doctor may recommend you eat a high-fiber diet.
Slowly increase the amount of fiber in your diet. As your body adjusts to your new diet, you can add more fiber. Aim for at least 25 grams of fiber each day if you're a woman, and 38 grams of fiber each day if you're a man.
High-fiber foods include:
· Brown rice
· Fruits
· Legumes, such as lentils and dried beans
· Whole-grain breads, such as whole wheat, rye and bran
· Whole-grain cereals that include wheat, bran or oats
· Wild rice
· Vegetables
