A massive long-term study shows that Mediterranean and plant-based diets can help prevent chronic constipation in aging adults. Surprisingly, the benefits weren’t explained by fiber alone. Western and ...
Learn effective strategies to manage constipation and improve gut health through lifestyle changes and awareness.
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Older women bothered by constipation may have a higher risk of heart disease than those who are more "regular," a large study of U.S. women suggests. Researchers say the ...
Mediterranean and plant-forward diets appear to lower the odds of chronic constipation in aging adults, independent of fiber intake. Western and inflammatory diets show the opposite pattern, raising ...
Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD This study found that Mediterranean and plant-based diets may prevent constipation. Vegetables, nuts and healthy fats had the strongest associations.
The study revealed clear connections between dietary patterns and constipation risk. People who followed Mediterranean and ...
Have you tried prunes for constipation relief? These dried plums can improve your gut health and make bowel movements smoother, says a diet expert.