Inulin Constipation Meta-Analysis Evidence Table

Structured evidence table for Inulin Constipation Meta-Analysis, generated from 2 reusable source documents in the Migaku knowledge base.

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Inulin Constipation Meta-AnalysisIn particular, it may be effective in the management of conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, and liver disease, alongside other potential health benefits, such as its ability to support gastrointestinal health, cardiovascular risk reduction, and metabolic control.4Sanlier Nevin (2026)From Husks and Seeds to Health: an Inevitable Outcome Rather than a Fluke
Inulin Constipation Meta-AnalysisStudies also emphasize its various metabolic and hepatoprotective effects, including the modulation of bile acid metabolism and the activation of pathways associated with the farnesoid X receptor.4Sanlier Nevin (2026)From Husks and Seeds to Health: an Inevitable Outcome Rather than a Fluke
Inulin Constipation Meta-AnalysisIn an animal study conducted with rats, psyllium was found to have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects [].4Sanlier Nevin (2026)From Husks and Seeds to Health: an Inevitable Outcome Rather than a Fluke
Inulin Constipation Meta-AnalysisPlantago ovata 1 2 3 4 5 The shells or husks ofseeds, also known as psyllium, ispaghula, or isabgol, are attracting attention in recent years due to their health benefits [,].4Sanlier Nevin (2026)From Husks and Seeds to Health: an Inevitable Outcome Rather than a Fluke
Inulin Constipation Meta-AnalysisDesigned as a narrative review employing systematic search strategies to ensure comprehensive coverage while accommodating evidence heterogeneity, this study evaluates the efficacy and safety of probiotics, prebiotics, and synbiotics (PP/S) in FC with comorbid depression.4Dai Q (2026)Research progress and controversies in the treatment of functional constipation-related depression with probiotics and prebiotics: a narrative review.
Inulin Constipation Meta-AnalysisUsing the terms "probiotic/prebiotic/synbiotic," "functional constipation," and "depression" as subject headings and free-text keywords, we analyzed the available evidence.4Dai Q (2026)Research progress and controversies in the treatment of functional constipation-related depression with probiotics and prebiotics: a narrative review.
Inulin Constipation Meta-AnalysisCurrent evidence suggests that, in adults (including some older adults), PP/S are associated with improvements in spontaneous bowel movements and stool form (Bristol Stool Form Scale), alongside reductions in abdominal symptoms.4Dai Q (2026)Research progress and controversies in the treatment of functional constipation-related depression with probiotics and prebiotics: a narrative review.
Inulin Constipation Meta-AnalysisFunctional constipation (FC) commonly co-occurs with depression, with the microbiota-gut-brain axis providing a biological basis for this association.4Dai Q (2026)Research progress and controversies in the treatment of functional constipation-related depression with probiotics and prebiotics: a narrative review.

Source documents

  1. From Husks and Seeds to Health: an Inevitable Outcome Rather than a Fluke
  2. Research progress and controversies in the treatment of functional constipation-related depression with probiotics and prebiotics: a narrative review.