Diverticulosis: Stomach diversion

The walls of the digestive tract play a very important
role in our relationship with food. Diverticulosis is a condition that occurs when
pockets form in the digestive tract. These pockets, called diverticula, mostly
form in the colon (the lower part of the large intestine). The lining of the
inner intestine pushes through the weak spots in the outer lining which leads
to the pouches being created. The lining of the intestine doesn’t like to be
pushed, and forms pouches in its defense. This causes the diverticula to become
irritated and inflamed (diverticulitis). This condition is more common in
people over 60, possibly due to this pouch effect …read more