A randomized trial of inulin for bowel symptoms, depression and quality of life in constipation-predominant irritable bowel syndrome
Sabaghi S, Ebrahimi-Daryani N, Hekmatdoost A
Published in Scientific Reports
Methodology
Randomised single-blind placebo-controlled trial of inulin supplementation in adults with constipation-predominant IBS, measuring symptom severity, depression and quality of life
Key Findings
Bowel symptom scores improved modestly, but bloating and flatulence increased in a subset and quality-of-life gains were not consistent across measures.
Conclusions
Inulin can help constipation-predominant IBS but frequently worsens gas-related symptoms.
Limitations
Single-blind design; modest sample; short duration.
Supplements Studied
Bowel symptom scores improved modestly, but bloating and flatulence increased in a subset and quality-of-life gains were not consistent across measures.
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