Laxatives flush water and waste from the intestine, but they do not flush calories from the body. Constipation. With laxative abuse, the intestines lose muscle and nerve response. The intestines then become dilated and ineffective in moving stool out. What does a laxative do to your poop? Laxatives are productsRead More →
These laxatives draw water into the intestines from the surrounding tissues. Bulk-forming laxatives. Often derived from plants, these laxatives help form a watery gel in the intestines that adds both body and lubrication to the stool. Should I stop taking laxatives if I have diarrhea? If diarrhea starts after severalRead More →
Snack on Dried Fruit Dried fruits, such as dates, figs, prunes, apricots, and raisins, are another great source of dietary fiber that acts as constipation relief. “Prunes, in particular, are great because they not only are high in fiber, they also contain sorbitol, which is a natural laxative,” Prather says.Read More →
If your constipation is caused by another condition — such as diverticulosis — frequent or long-term laxative use can worsen constipation by decreasing your colon’s ability to contract. The exception is bulk-forming laxatives. These are safe to take every day. How many days in a row can you take laxatives?Read More →
One of the main reasons for enema treatment is to relieve constipation. Generally, doctors recommend other treatments, such as stool softeners or suppositories, first. But for very hard or dry stool that doesn’t pass with other approaches, enemas are beneficial. Do doctors recommend enemas? Many doctors recommend an enema forRead More →
The waste moves into your large intestine, where your body absorbs some of the water, minerals, and any other healthful substances that remain. So if you use laxatives and you lose weight, you are just losing water. As soon as you drink something, you will gain the weight back. WhatRead More →
How is this medicine (Ex-Lax) best taken? Do not take other drugs within 2 hours of Ex-Lax (sennosides chewable tablets). Take at bedtime if taking once a day. Chew well before swallowing. What happens if you take Ex Lax everyday? Overuse of laxatives (other than bulk formers) can result inRead More →