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The Effects of Prune Juice on Bowel Movement Patterns, Constipation Symptoms, and Quality of Life
Sponsor: Dalin Tzu Chi General Hospital
Summary
This study investigates the effects of different prune juice dosages on bowel movement patterns, constipation symptoms, and quality of life in older adults. Using a factorial experimental design, 90 participants aged 65 to 100 with functional constipation will be randomly assigned to receive 100 mL, 150 mL, or 200 mL of prune juice daily for four weeks. The study aims to determine a safe and effective dosage for constipation management, offering a non-pharmacological approach to improving bowel health in older adults.
Official title: The Effects of Different Doses of Prune Juice on Bowel Movement Patterns, Constipation Symptoms, and Quality of Life Among Older Adults in Long-Term Care Facilities
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
65 Years - 100 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
90
Start Date
2025-05-26
Completion Date
2026-11-30
Last Updated
2025-09-12
Healthy Volunteers
No
Interventions
Low-Dose Prune Juice
Intervention Name: Prune Juice 100 mL/day Description: 100 mL prune juice daily (1.07 g dietary fiber), administered once each morning for 4 weeks.
Medium-Dose Prune Juice
Intervention Name: Prune Juice 150 mL/day Description: 150 mL prune juice daily (1.61 g dietary fiber), administered once each morning for 4 weeks.
High-Dose Prune Juice
Intervention Name: Prune Juice 200 mL/day Description: 200 mL prune juice daily (3.22 g dietary fiber), administered once each morning for 4 weeks.
Locations (1)
Licensed Long-Term Care Institutions in Chiayi Region
Chiayi City, Chiayi County, Taiwan