Inulin per Chronic Constipation
BMeta-analysis confirms inulin (12 g/day) increases stool frequency by ~0.8 stools/week and improves stool consistency. Bifidogenic effect is well-established.
In sintesi
Meta-analysis confirms inulin (12 g/day) increases stool frequency by ~0.8 stools/week and improves stool consistency. Bifidogenic effect is well-established.
Key Study Findings
Popolazione: healthy individuals, children, elderly, and those with constipation, metabolic syndrome, or dysbiosis
Popolazione: Adults with functional constipation (Rome III)
Popolazione: None
Popolazione: Older adults (71.4 +/- 11.0 y)
Popolazione: Adults with constipation-predominant IBS
Popolazione: Loperamide-induced constipated mice (14-day study)
Key Statistics
6
Studi
400
Partecipanti
Positive
Grado
Referenced Papers
Dosage & Usage
mg = milligrams · mcg = micrograms (1,000× smaller) · IU = International Units
Dosaggi di uso comune
- general:
- 5-10 g/day
- constipationsupport:
- 12 g/day for 4 weeks
- prebioticmaintenance:
- 5-8 g/day
Limite massimo: Well-tolerated up to 20 g/day; start low and increase gradually
Dosaggi studiati nella ricerca
| Dosaggio | Durata | Effetto | N |
|---|---|---|---|
| None | -- | Positive | -- |
| 12 g/day chicory inulin | 4 weeks | Positive | 39 |
| None | -- | Mixed | -- |
| 15 g/day | 2 weeks | Positive | 20 |
| 9.2 g/day total (4.6 g twice daily) | 8 weeks | Positive | 34 |
| None | 2 weeks | Positive | -- |
| None | -- | Positive | -- |
| Muffin with inulin, moringa, cacao | -- | Neutral | -- |
Momento migliore per l'assunzione: With meals; divide doses throughout the day to minimize gas
Safety & Side Effects
Effetti collaterali segnalati
- ⚠ Gas and bloating (common at higher doses; start with 3-5 g/day and titrate up)
- ⚠ Abdominal cramping
- ⚠ Flatulence
- ⚠ Loose stools at very high doses
Interazioni note
- ● May enhance absorption of calcium and magnesium (beneficial interaction)
- ● Blood sugar-lowering medications (inulin may modestly reduce blood glucose)
- ● Other FODMAPs (cumulative fermentation may worsen symptoms in sensitive individuals)
Livello di assunzione massimo tollerabile: Well-tolerated up to 20 g/day; start low and increase gradually
Consultare sempre il proprio medico prima di iniziare qualsiasi integratore.Consultate sempre il vostro medico prima di iniziare qualsiasi integratore.
Frequently Asked Questions
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