The great constipation reversal: Landmark study overturns decades of dietary dogma A major new study from King’s College London has found that the long-standing, generic medical advice to treat constipation with a high-fiber diet and more water lacks strong clinical evidence, overturning decades of standard practice. The evidence-based guidelines strongly endorse three specific treatments: magnesium oxide supplements (2g daily), psyllium fiber supplements and mineral water high in magnesium and bicarbonate. Kiwi fruit, certain probiotics and rye bread received partial recommendations. The research makes a critical distinction: while a vague “high-fiber diet” is not supported by evidence for treating constipation, psyllium—a specific,…

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