Diverticulitis dietBy Mayo Clinic staff A diverticulitis diet is
something your doctor might recommend as part of a treatment
plan for a mild case of acute diverticulitis. Diverticulitis
occurs when small, bulging pouches (diverticula) in your
digestive tract become infected and inflamed. Mild cases are
usually treated with antibiotics and a diverticulitis diet,
which includes clear liquids and low-fiber foods. More-severe
cases typically require hospitalization. A diverticulitis diet
can't treat or prevent diverticulitis. Rather, it's intended to
give your digestive system a chance to rest. A diverticulitis
diet is typically recommended along with antibiotics for mild or
uncomplicated cases of diverticulitis. A diverticulitis diet
starts with only clear liquids for a few days. Examples of
beverages allowed on a clear liquid diet include: - Clear soda -
Fruit juices without pulp, such as apple or grape juice - Ice
chips - Ice pops without bits of fruit or fruit pulp - Plain
gelatin - Plain water - Tea or coff