What does this research mean for the field?

A multifactorial approach prioritizing specific fiber types such as psyllium, dietary patterns like the Mediterranean diet, and behavioral modifications including physical activity and adequate sleep effectively manages chronic constipation in adults. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.SYNTHESIS. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.NEUTRAL.

What question did this study set out to answer?

To synthesize evidence on dietary and lifestyle interventions for the management of chronic constipation in adults.

August 22, 2026Clínicas de gastroenterología de México (English Edition)Open Access

Dietary and lifestyle recommendations for constipation

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MGMaría F. García-CedilloScottsdale Research Institute (United States)

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Narrative review demonstrates that targeted fiber, specific fruits, and lifestyle modifications alleviate chronic constipation in adults, highlighting the value of individualized care.

Key Points

To synthesize evidence on dietary and lifestyle interventions for the management of chronic constipation in adults.
Narrative review analyzing the physiological mechanisms and clinical efficacy of dietary fiber, supplemental fibers, specific foods, overall dietary patterns, fluid intake, physical activity, and sleep on chronic constipation.
Psyllium significantly improved global symptom response (RR: 1.82; 95% CI: 1.51–2.20), bowel movement frequency, and straining, outperforming other fiber supplements.
Kiwifruit and prunes increased complete spontaneous bowel movements (RR: 1.13; 95% CI: 0.39–1.88) and stool consistency, while Mediterranean diet adherence lowered constipation risk by 16% (95% CI: 9–22%).
Higher fluid intake was inversely associated with constipation risk (OR: 0.80), physical activity decreased risk, and sleep disorders significantly increased risk (OR: 1.47–1.94).

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María F. García-Cedillo (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a895f53ca7ade938187de36 https://doi.org/10.24875/cgme.m26000067

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August 22, 2026Clínicas de gastroenterología de México (English Edition)Open Access

Dietary and lifestyle recommendations for constipation

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Authors

MGMaría F. García-CedilloScottsdale Research Institute (United States)

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Implication

Narrative review demonstrates that targeted fiber, specific fruits, and lifestyle modifications alleviate chronic constipation in adults, highlighting the value of individualized care.

Key Points

To synthesize evidence on dietary and lifestyle interventions for the management of chronic constipation in adults.
Narrative review analyzing the physiological mechanisms and clinical efficacy of dietary fiber, supplemental fibers, specific foods, overall dietary patterns, fluid intake, physical activity, and sleep on chronic constipation.
Psyllium significantly improved global symptom response (RR: 1.82; 95% CI: 1.51–2.20), bowel movement frequency, and straining, outperforming other fiber supplements.
Kiwifruit and prunes increased complete spontaneous bowel movements (RR: 1.13; 95% CI: 0.39–1.88) and stool consistency, while Mediterranean diet adherence lowered constipation risk by 16% (95% CI: 9–22%).
Higher fluid intake was inversely associated with constipation risk (OR: 0.80), physical activity decreased risk, and sleep disorders significantly increased risk (OR: 1.47–1.94).

Cite This Study

María F. García-Cedillo (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a895f53ca7ade938187de36 https://doi.org/10.24875/cgme.m26000067

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