Relationship: Constipation (adults) and Millet (Panicum miliaceum)

Evidence supporting the use of: Millet (Panicum miliaceum)
For the health condition: Constipation (adults)

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Source of validity: Traditional
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Millet (Panicum miliaceum) has a long history of use in traditional diets, especially in Asia and Africa, where it is considered beneficial for digestive health, including the support or relief of constipation. This traditional use is primarily based on millet's high dietary fiber content, which is known to promote bowel regularity. In various traditional medicine systems, such as Ayurveda, millet is sometimes recommended as part of a balanced diet to help with digestive issues, including constipation, due to its bulk-forming properties.

However, scientific studies specifically evaluating millet's effectiveness in treating or preventing constipation in adults are limited. Most available literature focuses on the general benefits of high-fiber diets for constipation relief. Millet, being a whole grain, contains both soluble and insoluble fibers, which can increase stool bulk and promote peristalsis. Despite this, there are no well-controlled clinical trials directly assessing millet for constipation in adults. Thus, while traditional and nutritional rationales exist, the evidence supporting millet’s use for constipation is primarily traditional and based on its fiber content, rather than robust scientific validation.

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Evidence supporting the use of: Millet (Panicum miliaceum)
For the health condition: Constipation (adults)

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Evidence supporting the use of: Millet (Panicum miliaceum)For the health condition: Constipation (adults)

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Evidence supporting the use of: Millet (Panicum miliaceum)
For the health condition: Constipation (adults)