Dear Doctor: Can a high-fiber diet prevent another diverticulosis bleed?

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A physician says a high-fiber diet, maintaining a healthy weight and exercising regularly may reduce—but cannot eliminate—the risk of recurrent diverticular bleeding. The advice responds to a 70-year-old man asking whether dietary changes can prevent another bleed.

A physician advises a 70-year-old man that high-fiber diets, healthy weight and regular exercise can reduce but not eliminate the risk of recurrent diverticular bleeding.