8. Coffee and Tea
The caffeinated versions, anyway. Honestly, there is some debate on whether these beverages should be completely eliminated or simply limited. Many credit coffee, for example, with fighting free radicals and preserving cognitive function in the aged. Still, these drinks that stimulate the central nervous system — which is why we love them — also stimulate the intestines thereby inhibiting the healing of inflammation. While caffeine does not increase susceptibility to diverticulitis, it is problematic once the illness has made its presence known. A good rule of thumb is to reject drinks that contain significant caffeine.
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