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19 Foods That Improve Digestion—and Others You Should Avoid
Your digestive system plays a key role in turning food into energy for your body. The types of food you eat can make a big difference, especially when it comes to issues like bloating, gas, and conditions like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Consuming foods like whole grains, leafy greens, and fiber-rich options can help support a healthier gut and ease discomfort.
How Diverticulitis Affects the Sigmoid Colon
The digestive system relies on the colon to pull water, nutrients, and electrolytes from partially digested food, leaving the rest as waste. Diverticulitis occurs when sacs form throughout the colon and push through weak spots of the colon wall, leading to inflammation and infection. Diverticulitis is most commonly found in the S-shaped part of the intestines, known as the sigmoid colon.
