Episode 152
Episode 152-Kiwifruit vs. Psyllium: What Clinical Research Reveals About Gut Health
Could improving your gut health be as simple as eating two green kiwifruits a day?
In Episode 152 of The Orange Pill Podcast, we explore fascinating clinical research investigating the effects of green kiwifruit on digestive health, constipation, and overall gastrointestinal comfort.
A randomized, multicenter clinical trial compared two green kiwifruits daily with psyllium fiber supplementation in people experiencing functional constipation and constipation-predominant irritable bowel syndrome (IBS-C). The findings? Kiwifruit significantly improved bowel movement frequency and several measures of digestive comfort, outperforming psyllium on certain outcomes.
We take a closer look at what makes green kiwifruit unique, the science behind its digestive benefits, and how clinical research is helping establish the role of whole foods in supporting gastrointestinal health.
Could this everyday fruit offer a simple, evidence-based approach to better digestion? Tune in to find out!