Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Chinese cabbage (Brassica rapa subsp. pekinensis) has traditionally been used in Chinese and East Asian diets for its purported digestive benefits, including the relief of constipation. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Chinese cabbage is classified as a “cooling” food that supports healthy digestion and is often recommended as part of a diet to regulate bowel movements in children and adults. The high water and dietary fiber content of Chinese cabbage is thought to help soften stools and promote gut motility.

However, there is limited direct scientific evidence specifically validating the use of Chinese cabbage for treating constipation in children. While increased dietary fiber from vegetables is generally accepted to aid constipation, most clinical studies do not single out Chinese cabbage but rather examine the effects of a high-fiber diet. Thus, its use for childhood constipation is supported more by dietary tradition and the general principles of fiber increasing stool bulk rather than rigorous scientific studies on this specific vegetable.

In summary, Chinese cabbage’s role in managing constipation in children is primarily based on traditional use and plausible nutritional properties, but lacks strong, targeted scientific validation.

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