People who regularly practice meditation may find a focused sit can help reduce some of the pain associated with diverticulitis. Those new to the practice who would like to see if it works for them can start by simply finding a calm, quiet place and taking slow, deep breaths. Counting makes it easier at the beginning; inhale for 10 seconds, hold the breath in for 10 seconds, and exhale for 10 seconds. Stress can aggravate diverticulitis, and full-body relaxation can help mitigate this effect.

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