Nutrition support for diverticular disease

Diverticular disease can raise plenty of questions about what to eat, particularly if you have experienced pain, changes in bowel habits or an episode of diverticulitis.

Our dietitians can help you understand how fibre, fluids, meal patterns and your individual food tolerance fit into your longer-term bowel health.

Fibre

Find the right fibre approach

We can review the amount and types of fibre in your diet and help you make gradual, practical changes based on your current symptoms and needs.

Bowel Symptoms

Look at the bigger picture

Constipation, diarrhoea, bloating and changes in bowel habits can affect what feels comfortable to eat. We can help you work through these concerns.

Everyday Eating

Build a sustainable diet

Rather than relying on a long list of foods to avoid, we focus on an eating pattern you can realistically maintain.

Eating after diverticulitis

If you have recently had diverticulitis, your food intake may have changed considerably. Your medical team may also have given you temporary dietary instructions while your symptoms settle.

Recovery

Review where you are now

We can look at what you are currently managing and identify appropriate next steps as you recover.

Food Variety

Reintroduce foods gradually

If your diet became restricted during illness, we can help you work towards increasing food variety as appropriate.

Longer Term

Move towards everyday eating

Once the acute episode has settled, your nutrition priorities may change. We can help you develop a practical longer-term approach.

Acute diverticulitis needs appropriate medical care.

New or worsening abdominal pain, fever, vomiting, bleeding or significant changes in your condition should be assessed by your medical team. Dietitian support complements medical care and does not replace it.

How a diverticular disease dietitian can help

Your dietitian can help turn general bowel health advice into food choices that suit your symptoms, routine and usual way of eating.

Fibre Intake

Adjust fibre gradually

We can assess your current fibre intake and help you make manageable changes rather than increasing fibre too quickly.

Fluids

Support bowel regularity

Fibre and fluid intake often need to be considered together. We can review your usual drinks and hydration habits.

Symptoms

Understand food and symptoms

We can explore patterns between your meals, bowel habits and symptoms without assuming every symptom means a food needs to be removed.

Food Restrictions

Review foods you are avoiding

If you have stopped eating particular foods because of diverticular disease, we can review whether those restrictions are still necessary.

Meal Planning

Make changes practical

We can help translate nutrition advice into realistic meals, snacks and food swaps that work in everyday life.

Ongoing Support

Adjust your plan over time

Your needs may change after illness or as bowel symptoms improve. Your nutrition plan can change with you.

What to expect at your dietitian appointment

We start with what is happening for you now. There is no need to arrive with a perfect diet or already know which foods are causing your symptoms.

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Understand your symptoms

We discuss your diagnosis, medical history, bowel symptoms, recent diverticulitis and any concerns about eating.

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Review your current diet

We look at your usual meals, fibre intake, fluids, bowel habits and any foods you are currently avoiding.

3

Create practical next steps

We develop realistic nutrition strategies based on your current needs rather than giving you a generic list of foods to eat or avoid.

Access diverticular disease dietitian support

Our Client Care Team can help you find an appointment option that suits your location and needs.

Clinic appointments

See one of our dietitians at selected clinic locations across South East Queensland.

Telehealth Australia-wide

Access diverticular disease nutrition support from home with telehealth appointments available across Australia.

Selected home visits

Home visits may be available within selected service areas where attending a clinic is difficult.

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Individual nutrition advice
Support based on your symptoms, food intake and current nutrition needs.
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Practical food guidance
Strategies designed to fit your usual meals and everyday routine.
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Support beyond food restriction
Focus on building a nutritious and manageable diet rather than unnecessarily avoiding foods.

Diverticular disease dietitian FAQs

What is diverticular disease?

Diverticula are small pouches that can develop in the wall of the large bowel. Diverticular disease generally refers to diverticula that are associated with symptoms. Diverticulitis occurs when diverticula become inflamed or infected.

Can a dietitian help with diverticular disease?

Yes. A dietitian can review your fibre and fluid intake, bowel habits, symptoms and food restrictions and help you develop an eating pattern that suits your individual needs.

Should I eat more fibre with diverticular disease?

Fibre needs can vary depending on your current health, symptoms and stage of recovery. A dietitian can assess your current intake and help you adjust fibre gradually where appropriate.

Do I need to avoid nuts and seeds?

People with diverticular disease are often unsure whether foods such as nuts and seeds need to be avoided. Your dietitian can review your individual situation and help you understand which restrictions are actually relevant for you.

What should I eat after diverticulitis?

What you eat during recovery depends on your symptoms, medical advice and how well you are tolerating food. A dietitian can help you progress your diet and work towards a broader eating pattern as appropriate.

Can I see a diverticular disease dietitian by telehealth?

Yes. Simply Nutrition Dietitians provides telehealth appointments across Australia for people seeking nutrition support for diverticular disease, bowel symptoms and recovery after diverticulitis.

Do I need a referral?

You can contact our team directly about an appointment. Referrals can also be submitted by GPs, specialists and other health professionals involved in your care.

Need help with diverticular disease and your diet?

Speak with a dietitian about fibre, bowel symptoms, food restrictions and practical ways to support your nutrition after diverticulitis or with ongoing diverticular disease.

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