topicProbiotics Functional Constipation Meta-Analysis
claimResults Both preparations relieved constipation, as reflected by shorter defecation latency, increased fecal output and moisture, and faster intestinal transit, with live K56 producing greater improvement.
evidence level4
citationZhao Z (2026)
sourceComparative Analysis of Live and Heat-Killed <i>Lacticaseibacillus paracasei</i> K56 in Alleviating Functional Constipation.
topicProbiotics Functional Constipation Meta-Analysis
claimColonic injury was alleviated, accompanied by reduced Aqp2 and Aqp3 expression and normalization of 5-hydroxytryptamine, substance P, and vasoactive intestinal peptide.
evidence level4
citationZhao Z (2026)
sourceComparative Analysis of Live and Heat-Killed <i>Lacticaseibacillus paracasei</i> K56 in Alleviating Functional Constipation.
topicProbiotics Functional Constipation Meta-Analysis
claimThe treatments increased Lactobacillus and Lachnospiraceae , promoted butyrate production, and altered tryptophan metabolism.
evidence level4
citationZhao Z (2026)
sourceComparative Analysis of Live and Heat-Killed <i>Lacticaseibacillus paracasei</i> K56 in Alleviating Functional Constipation.
topicProbiotics Functional Constipation Meta-Analysis
claimBackground Functional constipation is a common gastrointestinal disorder that impairs quality of life.
evidence level4
citationZhao Z (2026)
sourceComparative Analysis of Live and Heat-Killed <i>Lacticaseibacillus paracasei</i> K56 in Alleviating Functional Constipation.