Description
Nutrition and elimination are closely linked. The purpose of this assignment is to demonstrate understanding of the pathophysiology of these conditions and the treatment of these conditions.

Instructions
For this essay you will focus on diverticulosis, a commonly encountered disease of altered bowel elimination.  Compose a short (1 3 pages) essay explaining the risk factors, basic pathophysiology, and treatment of this common condition.  You should include as part of your discussion an explanation of how the treatment modalities help to restore normal physiologic function.

The essay should be structured, and follow a logical format.  Remember to cite your sources and APA format is required.