Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Cabbage has traditionally been used in various cultures as a natural remedy to support digestive health, including the relief of constipation. This use is primarily based on its high dietary fiber content, which is known to add bulk to stool and promote regular bowel movements. In traditional dietary practices, especially in European and Asian countries, cabbage is commonly included in meals for its digestive benefits. For children, fiber-rich foods like cabbage are often recommended to help prevent or alleviate mild constipation, though this advice is generally part of broader dietary guidance rather than a specific medicinal intervention.

However, there is limited direct scientific research specifically examining the efficacy of cabbage for treating constipation in children. Most evidence is extrapolated from broader studies on dietary fiber and its role in gastrointestinal function. The fiber in cabbage, particularly insoluble fiber, can help speed up intestinal transit time and increase stool frequency, but these effects have not been rigorously studied in pediatric populations using cabbage as the sole intervention. Therefore, while the traditional use of cabbage for constipation has a reasonable physiological basis and some indirect support from fiber research, robust clinical evidence in children is lacking.

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