| Diverticulitis |
| Diverticulitus is caused by small pouches in the colon. By themselves the pouches (called diverticula) may cause no symptoms. However they can divert digestive contents. If the intestinal contents remain inside them, the result is inflammation, infection, bleeding & pain. This can be a scary thing as I found out recently when my husband awakened me one night as he was having a considerable amount of rectal bleeding & pain. A subsequent colonostomy showed that he has diverticulitis, His condtion led me to study on what herbs & natural treatments were available. There is no cure but with diet changes & herbal remedies it can be managed |
| Useful Herbs Psyllium-extremely important in the treatment of diverticulitis. Use 1 teaspoon in water daily. Psyllium is avaiable in commercial fiber laxatives Peppermint-A powerful antispasmodic which helps eliminate cramps & improves digestion. Use 1 teaspoon dried leaves ito 1 cup of water . Drink tea as desired. Aloe Vera- Commercial preparations are available in most natural food stores. Follow directions on product. Aloe is soothing to the inflammation & also prevents constipation. A high fiber diet is one of the most important changes you can make ( not just for this condition but for overall good health) |
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| We found this recipe used by many nursing homes & it is VERY beneficial in the treatment of divericulitis. Mix together equal parts of: Unsweetened applesauce Prune juice Bran ( I use oat bran) Refriderate & eat 2 tablespoons daily This will give you the needed fiber to keep your bowels in good working order. It is good for everybody not just those suffering from diverticulitis |
| Recipe For Diverticulitis |