Tag: Diverticulitis triggers

Contrary to past belief, modern research has reshaped our understanding of what foods cause diverticulitis flare up. While nuts and seeds are now considered safe for long-term prevention, certain dietary culprits like red and processed meats, fried foods, and alcohol can exacerbate symptoms during an acute attack.

According to Johns Hopkins Medicine, approximately 50% of American adults over age 60 have diverticulosis, a condition where small pouches called diverticula form in the colon wall. While most people remain asymptomatic, certain foods can aggravate diverticulosis and trigger painful diverticulitis flare-ups, which is when these pouches become inflamed or infected.