topicAcacia Fiber Constipation Meta-Analysis
claimIt is characterized by abdominal pain associated with defecation or with changes in stool frequency or consistency.
evidence level2
citationJanssenDuijghuijsen Lonneke (2024)
sourceAcacia fiber or probiotic supplements to relieve gastrointestinal complaints in patients with constipation-predominant IBS: a 4-week randomized double-blinded placebo-controlled intervention trial
topicAcacia Fiber Constipation Meta-Analysis
claimConstipation in general increases the risk for diseases such as colorectal cancer, Parkinson’s disease, cardiovascular disease, and all-cause mortality [–].
evidence level2
citationJanssenDuijghuijsen Lonneke (2024)
sourceAcacia fiber or probiotic supplements to relieve gastrointestinal complaints in patients with constipation-predominant IBS: a 4-week randomized double-blinded placebo-controlled intervention trial
topicAcacia Fiber Constipation Meta-Analysis
claimThe daily dose of the Acacia fiber (AF) supplement (Inavea™ Pure Acacia, Nexira, Rouen, France) was gradually increased from 5 g during the first five days to 10 g during the remainder of the intervention period, to prevent increase in GI complaints due to a sudden increase in daily fiber intake.
evidence level2
citationJanssenDuijghuijsen Lonneke (2024)
sourceAcacia fiber or probiotic supplements to relieve gastrointestinal complaints in patients with constipation-predominant IBS: a 4-week randomized double-blinded placebo-controlled intervention trial
topicAcacia Fiber Constipation Meta-Analysis
claim1 2 2 3 4 6 Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a functional gastrointestinal disorder, which affects 10–20% of the total world population, with a higher prevalence observed among women [,].
evidence level2
citationJanssenDuijghuijsen Lonneke (2024)
sourceAcacia fiber or probiotic supplements to relieve gastrointestinal complaints in patients with constipation-predominant IBS: a 4-week randomized double-blinded placebo-controlled intervention trial