I used to have very bad diverticulitis attacks. I lived with them for about 4 years. They got so bad I was having one every 2-3 months. Then I would have to go on antibiotics and they re-occurred so frequently that my immune system was very low. I am HAPPY to report that I have not had a single attack for over two years. I don't write down what I eat, but I did develop my own system that WORKS, for me. Sorry if this gets a bit graphic. I got a pocket calendar which I keep in the bathroom. I don't record my food, but I DO record the level of success I have in the bathroom each day. I write S, M, L, or O each day. (These letters are referring to the level of success I've had with my bowel movements. If I have to write the O for 2 or 3 days in a row, I go into emergency mode. I eat baby prunes and a bowl of Kelloggs Strawberry Mini-Wheats. (These two things ALWAY help me to go. ) But, here's the most remarkable tip I got from a doctor, and it WORKS. While lying down, every day, I massage my stomach and abdomen I use both hands and start just under my ribs and, using the heels of my hands, I press on my stomach, firmly, BUT NOT ENOUGH TO HURT. Then I put my hands on my waist and pressing in slide both hands toward each other. I have always been successful in going (a generous amount) within 12-24 hours. This is without other diet changes, or the use of laxatives. I do, however, take 2 fiber chews every morning and 2 every night. I also take docusate sodium gels, any brand, every morning and night. (the ones without a stimulant in them.). Now, this stomach massage thing may sound crazy but, for me, it works wonders. I did a little research...and there are many cultures that have been doing stomach massage, every day, all their lives to maintain regularity. Ask your doctor if you should try it. I pray this helps all those who are suffering the way I did. If it works for you, please, pass on this info. Susie from FL