How To Treat Diverticulitis in 2025

Video description:

Hi there, I'm Joe Leech, a dietitian and founder of Diet vs Disease. In this video, I'm thrilled to share with you groundbreaking steps to tackle diverticulitis, moving away from the traditional high fiber advice.

Are you struggling with diverticulitis and looking for effective ways to prevent flare-ups? I've been in this field for over 10 years, and I'm ready to unveil two critical steps to restore gut health and resilience.

Step 1 is all about Personalized Food Tolerance. We'll delve into understanding your body's unique needs and how you can confidently reintroduce foods without fearing flare-ups.

Step 2 focuses on Environmental and Lifestyle Assessment. We're going to explore the root causes of diverticulitis and guide you through a comprehensive evaluation of factors that could be contributing to your symptoms.

And there's a Bonus Tip about Rethinking Fiber. We'll uncover some surprising facts about fiber and why generic advice might not work for everyone.

If you're tired of constant worry and want to take control of your digestive health, this video is a must-watch. I'll provide actionable insights and strategies to help you live a life free from the pain and anxiety of diverticulitis.

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This video is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, and prescription or recommendation.

[StephenMelody]

Here is a different approach for you to consider. I was diagnosed with the disease at age 32. Both my parents had the condition at an early age. I went to my naturopath who explained that the walls of my large bowel were weakened due to my inability to extract and absorb enough vitamin B6 from my diet. This weakness allowed extra thin sections of the bowel to develop pouches. He prescribed 100mg of vitamin B6 per day, half taken in the morning and half at night. Within a month, all my symptoms had disappeared which was an enormous relief. As it is not recommended to stay on his vitamin for long periods of time, I have to stop taking the tablets every so often. Some time after I stop the B6 intake, the diverticulitis symptoms come back, which is my signal to resume taking the vitamin. I am now 68 years old, and still largely free of symptoms.

[elchappy]

I suffered from painful diverticular infections. The surgeon stabilized me by cleaning the abdominal infection through nasal tubing and cleaning my abdominal region through the use of a pump. Once cleared from brown to transparent, and different intravenous antibiotics; I was sent home on my 10th day, on a strict clear diet. A month later I was operated on to eliminate the infected intestine through laproscopic surgery and left the hospital in 3 days. My incredible and talented surgeon did a great job and he simply told me to eat a balanced diet and to drink alot of water. I have felt great ever since and it's been 15 years. I am now 70 yrs old. I reside in Puerto Rico. I follow up with a colonoscopy every 3 yrs. 🎉

[clareschirmer]

Diagnosed 6 years ago. I’ve learned that when I have a bad flare that a full 5-7 full fast is the only thing that helps it. A complete gut test is key for me 👌

[ClanCastillo-op]

I am currently lying in a hospital bed because of this particular condition it is helping me to understand what is going on in my body and will allow me to relay that to the doctor to help in my healing. Thank you so much for doing this!

[castortroy]

I was diagnosed with Diverticulars Disease when I was 28 . I had 3 perforations and was on the way out . I turned down a stoma bag and the perforations healed up . Still have alot of pain and trouble going to the toilet . I knew I was in trouble when I couldn't pass wind at all and my tummy was so distended .

[craftycalley]

Brilliant. Also, when you have an ostomy bag, the less fibre you eat the less goes in the bag. Also some vegetables cause you to blow up and as your path to your backside is blocked as all your output is going in the bag, the bag blows up like a balloon. Good to hear what this guy has to say. There’s also a great book by Konstantin Monastyrsky called “Fibre Menace”. That’ll open your eyes to all this rubbish we’ve been fed about shoving more fibre down through our digestive systems.

[juliebrocklehurst-woods]

Recently a YouTube gastroenterologist responded that the cause of my diverticulitis must be genetic, because I have led a healthy lifestyle for years. He knew nothing about my genetics, what a cop-out.

[louise]

Too much fibre is the worst for Diverticulitis. My stomach gets so bloated and distended, pain is terrible, feels like something eating through my bellybutton to my back. Keep away from broccoli and little seeds, they get stuck in the pockets of your colon and can cause terrible flare up. 2 DROPS COLD PRESSED HEXANE FREE CASTOR OIL IN BELLYBUTTON HAS SAVED ME LATELY. IT REALLY IS NATURES MIRACLE.😊😊

[monsiebabe]

You're a mind reader. I so needed this. I was fibred up to the hilt and in soooo much pain. I now know what I need to do thanks loads.

[lucyambers]

1- Fasting is good, eating one time in 24 hours.
2- fasting for 3 days only water, green tea, and coffee.
3- fasting for one week. Only water coffee green tea.
4- fasting for 23 days just water. Every 3 to 5 months.
It’s makes your body get rid of any illnesses or diseases.

[js.]

Mince diet for a few weeks out of the month is what I do. Eating is an art. Chew, chew, chew, chew, chew. Chew!!!!

[annsmith]

Everyone has to adapt to suit there own symptoms. I can’t eat what other people can, who have with same symptoms as me!!🤦‍♀️😢

[valariesullivan]

I've had Diverticulitis for most of my life and I stay away from seeds and nuts but most of all I do ACV everyday and it has helped immensely.

[daplayanight]

I've had 2 long stays in the hospital, one of which I lost the sigmoid portion of my colon. I keep getting told fiber but I still am not sure what sources are best. Trying to manage my symptoms with many other health problems in the mix is a nightmare. Take care of your gut everyone. You only get one and your health is linked to your gut.

[rosepeter]

Recently diagnosed after an acute flare and this video was extremely helpful in understanding the disease and driving home the fact that it is a personal journey. What a wakeup call to me and the assurance that diet and exercise is key! Thank you!

[Swindy]

My mother of 78 years old has had diverticulitis for many years. Her appendix was removed in her mid 20’s. Biggest culprit is seeds in certain foods, or too much roughage (vegetables and such) other than that, pretty healthy.

[alchemenergyacademy]

I’ve taken ACV capsules and slippery elm to prevent diverticulitis flare ups for years.

[mariereagan]

Thank Dr Joe, this is really informative and clear, the next time a GP says increase my fiber i will tell them to watch this. I started experiencing Diverticulitis early this year strangely enough after having a Colonoscopy , but i feel this is not just a mere coincidence but feel something change once i had this procedure, but how the hell do i prove this. Im now having pain almost everyday and mini flareups and going onto liquid diets. Ive been in ad out of Hospital 5 times now and one Surgeon did suggest cutting my Colon and putting me in a colonoscopy bag in very matter of fact manner!!! i was horrid to say the least NO WAY IM I EVER HAVING A BAG COMING OUT OF MY STOMACH TEMP OR PERM , he scared me so much and then offered me to either stay in Hospital over night with painkillers or go home, i came home of course but had a job to stand up and still in severe pain
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[Justme-sj]

Diverticulitis - my doctor had a big discussion with around fibre - not increasing and not using harsh fibre like nuts or almonds - if I still want the taste make sure they are ground and will not get caught in the pockets Try staying to softer fibre like porridge but do not increase overall fibre Not all fibre is equal - find what works and what YOUR body tolerates

[dianagiles]

Refreshing approach and you are so on point with my experience. The blanket advice to “eat more fiber” for preventing a flare up is borderline malpractice in my opinion. Thank you for this video!