Oat milk tested as a natural remedy for constipation
NCT ID NCT07302542
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether drinking oat milk every day for 4 weeks can improve bowel movements in adults with constipation. About 100 participants will either drink oat milk or continue their normal diet. Researchers will track changes in gut bacteria, symptoms, and stool frequency to see if oat milk works as a gentle laxative.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- oat milk
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could point toward a simple, natural way to relieve constipation without medication.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial with only 100 people, so results may not apply to everyone. The effect might be small or no better than placebo.
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Conditions
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