Digestive health is not something most people think about until there is a problem. One common condition that affects the ...

Medically reviewed by Chika Anekwe, MD Key Takeaways Avoid high fiber foods, like beans and raw fruits, during a ...

Abdominal pain and changes in digestive habits are symptoms associated with a range of gastrointestinal issues. One potential condition is diverticulosis, which we become more at risk of as we age. In ...

In an exclusive interview with the Manila Times on Monday, Dr. Paolo Demapelis, a gastroenterologist, provided an insight on ...

If you regularly deal with abdominal pain, it could be a sign of a gastrointestinal issue that becomes more common with age. Diverticulosis occurs when small pouches called diverticula form in the ...

During a diverticulitis flare-up, stick to clear liquids to give your bowel time to rest. Slowly add fiber-rich foods to your diet to prevent future diverticulitis attacks. Popcorn, nuts, and seeds ...

New research has found that nuts and seeds do not increase the risk of diverticulitis. The findings confirmed that four key dietary patterns, including the DASH diet, help reduce the risk of ...

The findings were consistent with a similar study previously conducted in males, refuting current recommendations about foods to avoid to prevent diverticulitis. Diverticulitis develops when small ...