4. Fruits
Fruits, in general, such as pears, apples and plums are fibrous. The fiber content makes many fruits difficult to digest. Needless to mention, the digestive process is even harder on a person with diverticulosis. Moreover, the skin of different fruits can be fibrous and hard on the digestive track, therefore, avoiding it is important for a diverticulosis patient.
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In addition, natural sugars, such as sorbitol, present in some fruits like peaches, prunes and apples makes it hard for your stomach to digest. When those natural sugars make their way to the large intestine, it can cause ailments such as bloating, gas and diarrhea in those who suffer from diverticulosis.
