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The role of thiamine in the prevention and long-term management of constipation
24 mai 2024
Constipation may be evoked when the usual rhythm of bowel movements is disturbed: less than three bowel movements per week. The worldwide prevalence of constipation is estimated at around 14%. It affects women more than men.
In this study, researchers investigated the relationship between dietary intake of vitamin B1 (thiamine) and the incidence of chronic constipation in adults.
The study included 10,371 adults aged 20 and over, who provided detailed information on their dietary habits.
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Scientific reference
Du W, Lu L, Liu Y, Yan Y, La R, Wu Q, Xu J, Zhou X. The association between dietary vitamin B1 intake and constipation: a population-based study. BMC Gastroenterol. 2024 May 17;24(1):171. doi: 10.1186/s12876-024-03255-2. PMID: 38760704; PMCID: PMC11100033
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