A study involving 84,232 women in the Nurses’ Health Study II has found a link between smoking and heavy drinking and an increased risk of diverticulitis. The research, conducted between 2003 and 2017, discovered that the highest risk of diverticulitis was observed in adults who both smoked and consumed two or more alcoholic drinks daily. The study adjusted for various factors, including age, hormone use, body mass index, and dietary habits. This highlights the potential health risks associated with smoking and heavy alcohol consumption, emphasizing the importance of making healthier lifestyle choices to reduce the risk of this digestive condition.
