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One of the factors that may cause damage to the colon is a person’s diet. The choice that one makes with regards to dietary consumption makes a difference in the overall productivity of the digestive system. Most people don’t realize it, but most of the foods that we eat can have harmful effects to the colon. Foods that are rich in protein and fat cause the colon to work harder towards maintaining its intended functionality.

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When small pockets form in the wall of the colon, it is called Diverticulosis. When these pockets become inflamed or infected, that is called, Diverticulitis. The pockets can become inflamed and infected by non-moving fecal material. The symptoms of diverticulitis are abdominal pain and midiscomfort, and fever. A person can follow two diets, one to relieve the diverticulitis and one to prevent diverticulitis from occurring.

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