Let’s get candid—coffee can be your gut’s wake-up call. But can it officially be called a laxative? For many, the answer is: kinda yes.
🔬 Coffee influences the gut in ways similar to some over-the-counter remedies:
It promotes peristalsis, the wave-like motion that moves food through your intestines.
Caffeine speeds up this process, especially in the large intestine, where waste gets packed and pushed out.
📚 A study even found that coffee increases colon activity 60% more than water, and 23% more than decaf coffee. That’s not just anecdotal—that’s clinical!
👥 But responses vary widely:
Some people feel the effect within 10 minutes.
Others might not notice anything at all—especially if they drink coffee daily and have built tolerance.
⚠️ If you’re using coffee for digestive relief:
Don’t overdo it. Too much coffee can lead to dehydration and worsen constipation.
Consider pairing it with fiber-rich breakfast (like oatmeal or fruit) for better results.
Your turn: Have you ever “scheduled” your coffee to sync with your bathroom routine? Does it work for you—or is it just a myth in your case?
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