Synopsis

Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 3

Flax fiber is used to support diverticulitis primarily based on scientific reasoning and some clinical evidence. Dietary fiber, in general, has a well-established role in the management of diverticular disease. High-fiber diets, including sources like flaxseed, are recommended to promote regular bowel movements and reduce colonic pressure, which may help prevent the formation or worsening of diverticula. Flaxseed, specifically, is a soluble and insoluble fiber source that can increase stool bulk and decrease transit time. Several clinical studies and authoritative guidelines support fiber supplementation for diverticulosis (the presence of diverticula) and for preventing recurrence after an episode of diverticulitis. However, during acute inflammation (active diverticulitis), a low-fiber or clear-liquid diet is sometimes recommended until symptoms resolve; fiber is then reintroduced gradually in the recovery phase. There are few studies specifically on flax fiber in diverticulitis, but indirect evidence from broader fiber research supports its use. Overall, the evidence for fiber, including flax, in diverticular disease prevention and management is moderate (evidence level 3), mainly extrapolated from studies on dietary fiber rather than flaxseed alone.

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