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Low-FODMAP diet for avoiding/recovering from Diverticulitis Flare-up?
I'm learning about Low-FODMAP dieting, which is predominantly referred to in reference to Irritable Bowel Syndrome. But the gas/pressure/bloating reduction benefits of it seems like it would benefit those prone to diverticulitis; either 1) during recovery from a flare-up, 2) as a continuing diet regimen, and/or 3) to identify foods that cause gas/pressure/bloating (via the process of eliminating high-FODMAP foods or categories and then individually adding them back in). I'm curious if anyone has found research on or has experience with using this for diverticulitis.
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I take “DICYCLOMINE (dye SYE kloe meen) treats irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). It works by relaxing the muscles of your stomach and bowel, which reduces cramping. It belongs to a group of medications called antispasmodics.“
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1 ReactionAfter using the low FodMaps diet, which foods did you decide were triggers for you?
Are you able to control things well now know which foods are triggers for you? Thank you.
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1 ReactionI've had problems with diverticulitis for many years, after an incident and being treated, my docs promote a low residue diet, until you are back to normal. As for seeds and berries it depends on the state of your bowel. I use that as a guide. I cannot not eat salad or any uncooked vegetables. I think you learn what's right for you as you go along. Good luck!
Im new to this disease (3 X since April 2024) and still learning about the FODMAP diet. I'm doing my research because doctors aren't much help and just say follow a bland diet and gradually increase your fiber. I'm learning that eating things like applesauce, bananas, broth, pudding and foods that are easy to digest are best during the flare or inflammation phase. My dr never said do a liquid diet my most recent diagnosis but i wasn't eating much at all the 2 days prior to that and was nauseous. I'm a week and 3 days upon completing my antibiotics and have been eating nothing fried, greasy, spicy, no nuts, seeds, raw veggies or raw apples, berries etc. My current diet is eggs, sourdough or low fiber bread, white potato no skin, pasta noodles either cheese like parmesan or similar, chicken breast not fried /no skin, cottage cheese, yogurt, baked fish, waffles or pancakes, cream of wheat. I avoid oatmeal, salad, fried foods, pickles, spag or pizza sauce, spicy foods, cabbage, cole slaw, etc. Keep track of what foods bother you and try to go from there. Good luck! 🙂