Inflammation or infection of small pouches (diverticula) that can form in the walls of the colon, causing abdominal pain, fever, nausea, and changes in bowel habits. Often associated with chronic inflammation and altered gut microbiota.
General information about how people eat, not medical advice. Talk to a clinician before changing your diet to treat a condition.
SCD may help manage diverticulitis by reducing intestinal inflammation and promoting a healthier gut microbiome that prevents bacterial overgrowth in diverticula. The diet's elimination of complex carbohydrates and processed foods reduces fermentation and gas production that can irritate inflamed diverticula. While more research is needed, many patients report fewer flare-ups and improved bowel regularity on the diet.
How By eliminating complex carbohydrates that feed pathogenic bacteria, SCD reduces bacterial fermentation in the colon that can lead to increased pressure and inflammation in diverticula. The diet's anti-inflammatory properties help calm existing inflammation while the easily digestible foods reduce digestive stress. Improved gut microbiota balance may prevent the bacterial overgrowth that can trigger diverticulitis flare-ups.
Key foods Well-cooked non-starchy vegetables without seeds, bone broth for healing, lean proteins like chicken and fish, homemade yogurt, peeled fruits, aged cheeses, almond flour, honey
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