Worst Foods for Diverticulitis

5. Refined Grains

Refined grains have been modified to remove the bran and germ of the grain through processing, resulting in products such as white flour and pasta. This reduces the fiber content and removes some of the nutritional value. Foods made from refined grains convert to sugars very quickly in the body, which can irritate the bowels of people with diverticulitis. Instead, try to eat wholegrain alternatives such as brown bread, rice, and pasta. The exception to this, of course, is during flare-ups if a doctor recommends limiting fiber-rich foods.

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