Natural treatment for diverticulitis

To calm the intestine and fight diverticulitis, teas can be used that improve digestion and are rich in phytochemicals that act as antioxidants and anti-inflammatories, helping in the recovery of the intestinal wall and preventing the appearance of crises.

Diverticulitis is an inflammatory bowel disease that causes periods of alternation between diarrhea and constipation. It is the inflammation and infection of the diverticula, which are small folds or sacs that appear on the walls of the intestine, which can cause symptoms such as pain in the abdomen, nausea and vomiting. See what are the symptoms of a diverticulitis attack.

Below are examples of teas and supplements that can be used to fight this disease.

1. Chamomile tea with Valerian

Chamomile has antispasmodic, calming and healing properties, in addition to reducing gases, while valerian has antispasmodic and relaxing properties, being beneficial to calm the intestine and help in the treatment of diverticulitis.

Ingredients:

In a large bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon of dried chamomile leaves and 1 tablespoon of dried valerian leaves.

Method of preparation:

Place the dried leaves of chamomile and valerian in a pan and add the water, boiling with the pan covered for about 10 minutes. Strain and drink 3 times a day, without sweetening.

2. Cat's Claw Tea

Cat's claw tea helps treat several diseases that cause inflammation in the gut, including gastritis and diverticulitis, as well as strengthening the immune system and repairing damage to intestinal cells.

Ingredients:

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Method of preparation:

Boil the ingredients for 15 minutes, turn off the heat and let stand for another 10 minutes. Strain and drink every eight hours.

3. Pau d'Arco tea

Pau d'arco has anti-inflammatory properties and is known to help fight infections, stimulate the immune system and fight bacteria. Thus, it can help to reduce inflammation and prevent complications in diverticulitis.

Ingredients:

1 tablespoon of Pau D'Arco1 cup of boiling water

Method of preparation:

Place the boiling water on the herb, cover the cup and let stand for 10 minutes. Drink 2 cups a day.

4. Fiber Supplements

Having a good fiber intake is important to prevent attacks of diverticulitis, as the fibers facilitate the passage of feces through the intestine, without allowing them to accumulate in diverticula and cause inflammation.

Thus, to increase fiber consumption and improve intestinal transit, fiber supplements can be used in powder or tablet form, such as Benefiber, Fiber Mais and Fiber Mais Flora. These supplements can be used 1 or 2 times a day, preferably according to the guidance of the doctor or nutritionist, it is important to increase your water intake so that the fibers have a good effect on intestinal transit.

In addition to the consumption of these teas, it is also recommended to follow the nutritional guidelines for diverticulitis and the use of medications advised by the gastroenterologist.

Watch the video below and learn how the diverticulitis diet should be: