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Diverticular Disease

Also indexed as:Diverticulitis, Diverticulosis
Adhering to a high-fibre diet is one key to keeping diverticular disease at bay. According to research or other evidence, the following self-care steps may be helpful.
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  • For an herb, supported by traditional use but minimal or no scientific evidence. For a supplement, little scientific support.

Our proprietary “Star-Rating” system was developed to help you easily understand the amount of scientific support behind each supplement in relation to a specific health condition. While there is no way to predict whether a vitamin, mineral, or herb will successfully treat or prevent associated health conditions, our unique ratings tell you how well these supplements are understood by some in the medical community, and whether studies have found them to be effective for other people.

For over a decade, our team has combed through thousands of research articles published in reputable journals. To help you make educated decisions, and to better understand controversial or confusing supplements, our medical experts have digested the science into these three easy-to-follow ratings. We hope this provides you with a helpful resource to make informed decisions towards your health and well-being.

SupplementAmountWhy
Fibre
20 grams daily, plus extra fluids 3 stars[3 stars]
A fibre supplement may improve constipation related to diverticular disease.
Psyllium
7 grams daily in water, followed by a second glass of water3 stars[3 stars]
A preliminary trial found that psyllium, a good source of fibre, was effective in relieving the symptoms associated with diverticular disease and constipation.
Probiotics
Refer to label instructions 2 stars[2 stars]
In a double-blind study of patients with diverticular disease in remission, supplementing with a probiotic significantly decreased the number of people who suffered a recurrence of symptoms or a flare-up of acute diverticulitis.
Glucomannan
Refer to label instructions 1 star[1 star]
Glucomannan is a water-soluble dietary fibre. One study found that people with diverticular disease had reduced symptoms after taking glucommanan.

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The information presented by TraceGains is for informational purposes only. It is based on scientific studies (human, animal, or in vitro), clinical experience, or traditional usage as cited in each article. The results reported may not necessarily occur in all individuals. Self-treatment is not recommended for life-threatening conditions that require medical treatment under a doctor's care. For many of the conditions discussed, treatment with prescription or over the counter medication is also available. Consult your doctor, practitioner, and/or pharmacist for any health problem and before using any supplements or before making any changes in prescribed medications. Information expires December 2024.