Relationship: Constipation (adults) and Oat Fiber

Evidence supporting the use of: Oat Fiber
For the health condition: Constipation (adults)

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Oat fiber is used to support or treat constipation in adults, and this use is backed by scientific evidence. Oat fiber is a type of insoluble dietary fiber primarily derived from the outer husk of oats. Insoluble fibers are known to increase stool bulk and speed up intestinal transit, thereby helping to alleviate constipation. Several clinical studies have demonstrated that oat fiber supplementation can improve bowel movement frequency and stool consistency in adults with constipation. For example, randomized controlled trials have shown that oat bran (which contains both soluble and insoluble fiber, but is high in insoluble fiber) increases stool weight and reduces intestinal transit time compared to low-fiber diets. Systematic reviews of dietary fiber and constipation also consistently include oat fiber among effective interventions for mild to moderate constipation. The mechanism of action is primarily mechanical: insoluble fiber absorbs water, adds bulk to the stool, and stimulates peristalsis, which promotes easier and more regular defecation. While not as extensively studied as some other fibers (such as psyllium), the available evidence is robust enough to recommend oat fiber as a dietary option for supporting bowel regularity and relieving mild constipation in adults.

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Evidence supporting the use of: Oat Fiber
For the health condition: Constipation (adults)

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