Diverticulitis is a condition in which pouches develop in the walls of the terminal portion of the descending colon. They occur more frequently in older people, contributing factors being an inherent weakness of the muscle coat of the colon, a low-fiber diet such as is commonly consumed in the Western world, and psychological stress. One rarely sees the condition in peoples of Africa, India, and Southeast Asia.

Diverticulitis may be present without any symptoms, discovered only when X-rays are taken for some other purpose. Depending on the degree of inflammation, the symptoms may range from mild discomfort with alternating diarrhea and constipation, to severe pain with nausea and fever. Blood may appear in the stools. As in appendicitis, the pouch might rupture, producing a localized abscess or generalized peritonitis.

The diagnosis of diverticulitis is made by a bacteria culture, or a visual inspection using a colonoscope or a sigmoidoscope.

People with acute diverticulitis should be under the care of a doctor.

Diverticulitis Natural Remedies

Eating a diet high in fiber is beneficial, and usually prevents the development of the disorder. Choose a diet containing whole-grain cereals and whole-grain breads, the moderate use of wheat and oat bran, and extensive use of fruits and vegetables.

Avoid high refined foods and food products, such as white bread and foods made largely of refined sugar, and, fat, along with any food which has hard, indigestible parts, such as seeds, berries, grapes, corn, and nuts.

Herbs For Diverticulitis

Psyllium – The seeds of this plant contain a high amount of mucilage, which gives them a laxative, emollient, and anti-inflammatory property. It creates a protective layer, which covers the whole interior of the digestive tract, from the stomach to the large intestine. With this, it offers a soothing and anti-inflammatory action on their deifestive mucosa, which is highly beneficial for diverticulitis.