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Have you personally sought help with a naturopath or holistic healer and what did they recommended? I’m a 68 year old female and my GI said I have “smoldering diverticulitis” and she feels I should have surgery. I consulted with a colo/rectal surgeon who said no to that. The only other advice I keep getting is “more fiber/lots of water”. Well the fiber almost does the opposite and plugs me up. I’m seeking help from supplements and other advice. If you have suggestions I’m open to it! Thanks!

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Did the surgeon say why he/she recommended against surgery ?

You might want to search out references and investigate a third opinion option. I had a similar situation and decided to go with a third opinion. I had symptoms that I knew were not normal [for me] and I felt that I continued to slowly weaken. You know your own body, there is a solution to make you feel better.