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Diverticulitis
A high-fiber diet may prevent development of diverticulosis. Some doctors tell patients with a history of diverticulitis to avoid nuts and seeds in the diet.
Source:ADAM
Date:January 28, 2009
Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
Nurses, dietitians, and nutritional counselors have important roles in teaching patients about dietary.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Nursing and Allied Health
Diverticulitis
While there is no absolutely certain way to prevent the development of diverticula, it is believed that high-fiber diets may help. Foods that are recommended for their high fiber content include whole grain breads and cereals, and all types of fr...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Alternative Medicine

Specific Prevention Articles

High-Fiber Diet
As a result, the incidence of coronary heart disease, diabetes, and cancers has steadily risen. Naturopathic physicians, who practice natural healing methods, have long advocated high-fiber diets as a major preventive and therapeutic treatment for...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Alternative Medicine
Eating a High-Fiber Diet
Fiber is what gives strength and structure to plants. Most grains, beans, vegetables, and fruits contain fiber. Foods rich in fiber are often low in calories and fat, and they fill you up more. They may also reduce your risks for certain health problems.
Source:StayWell
Ideas to Help Fiber-Up Your Diet
Chew on this: If you're like many Americans, you're fiber-challenged. Most Americans consume only 15 grams of fiber daily instead of the recommended 20 grams to 35 grams, according to the National Cancer Institute. The USDA 2005 guidelines recommends 14 grams of fiber for every 1000 calories in the diet.
Source:StayWell
Ask The Doctor: High-residue Diet
What is a high-residue diet? Kathy McManus, M.S., R.D is the director of the department of nutrition at Brigham and Women's Hospital and an investigator on the Pounds Lost Trial, a 5 year NIH funded obesity study. She graduated with a Bachelor of Science from Simmons College, completed her Dietetic Internship at Brigham and Women Hospital, and received a Master of Science degree in nutrition from Framingham State College.
Source:StayWell
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