00:00Two green kiwi fruits a day might be a simple helper for constipation.
00:04That's the takeaway from a new review out of Japan's Tohoku University.
00:08It pulled together 33 publications, including clinical trials and lab studies.
00:13The standout was an international trial with 184 adults.
00:17Some had chronic constipation, some had IBS with constipation, and some were healthy.
00:22Eating two green kiwis daily was linked to more complete bowel movements.
00:26The bump was about one and a half extra per week in both constipated groups.
00:31People also noted better gut comfort.
00:33Kiwis bring fiber, water, and a natural sugar alcohol called sorbitol.
00:38That combination adds bulk and helps soften stool.
00:41In head-to-head tests, kiwi did about as well as psyllium in prunes.
00:45In one U.S. trial, it also came with fewer side effects.
00:49The review notes some research gaps remain.
00:51Still, the humble kiwi is earning a closer look.
00:54Disclosure, this video contains stock footage and content created or enhanced using AI-assisted tools.
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