Publications by authors named "Alina V Vlasova"
Curr Dev Nutr
December 2023
Article Synopsis
- Constipation-predominant irritable bowel syndrome (IBS-C) primarily affects women, and traditional dietary changes often fail due to poor adherence; functional foods like kombucha may improve compliance and symptoms.
- A pilot study tested the effectiveness of kombucha enriched with inulin and vitamins in 40 women with IBS-C, comparing it to a control group receiving water over 10 days.
- Results showed that the kombucha group had significantly increased stool frequency, improved stool consistency, and reduced feelings of incomplete bowel emptying compared to the control group, indicating potential benefits for managing IBS-C symptoms.
