Functional Medicine Approach for Diverticulosis & Diverticulitis
Diverticulosis and diverticulitis are increasingly common digestive conditions, particularly in Western societies, where a low-fiber diet is prevalent. Diverticulosis, characterized by small pouches (diverticula) that form in the colon, affects approximately 20% of individuals aged 40-49. It rises sharply to 75% in those over 80. While diverticulosis is often asymptomatic,