Relationship: Constipation (adults) and Jerusalem Artichoke

Evidence supporting the use of: Jerusalem Artichoke
For the health condition: Constipation (adults)

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Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 2

Jerusalem artichoke (Helianthus tuberosus) is primarily valued for its high content of inulin, a type of prebiotic fiber. Inulin is not digested in the upper gastrointestinal tract but is fermented by beneficial gut bacteria in the colon. Several studies have shown that inulin and other prebiotic fibers can increase stool frequency and improve stool consistency, which may relieve mild constipation in adults. A few randomized controlled trials (RCTs) have examined inulin supplementation (not always specifically from Jerusalem artichoke) and found modest improvements in bowel regularity and stool frequency compared to placebo, particularly in people with low fiber intake.

However, direct clinical studies using Jerusalem artichoke itself for constipation are limited, and most evidence comes from research on inulin extracted from various sources. The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) recognizes inulin’s role in supporting normal bowel function. Traditional use of Jerusalem artichoke as a remedy for constipation is not well documented in ethnobotanical literature, so the scientific rationale is mainly based on its fiber content and the broader literature on inulin. In summary, while there is a plausible mechanism and some scientific support for inulin in relieving constipation, evidence specific to Jerusalem artichoke is limited, justifying a moderate evidence rating.

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