Diverticulitis Diet

Something that I thought was interesting about patient education with GI diet for diverticulitis. This came up for me about a month ago when someone close to me actually was diagnosed with acute severe diverticulitis and was not educated about what to do about dietary needs. For someone who has diverticulitis initially they are NPO with IV fluids, and possible nasogastric suctioning if vomiting or distention occurs. Oral intake is increased as symptoms subside starting with clear liquids with a LOW fiber diet. This can also be considered a low residual diet that consists of low fiber and no seeds. Dietary management as well as consulting with dietitians in acute settings is essential for patient care to make sure they are eating the correct texture of food to prevent further damage.