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Medically reviewed by Kumkum S. Patel, MDMedically reviewed by Kumkum S. Patel, MD Stimulant laxatives are used to help with bowel movements, especially when there is a problem with moving the bowels ...

A travel nurse is sharing her two-ingredient quick fix for blocked bowels, claiming the hot mocktail is the “ultimate poop hack.” It’s a common requirement for patients to have a successful bowel ...

Some people with bulimia may misuse laxatives to purge after episodes of binge eating as a compensatory behavior. Misusing laxatives can negatively affect digestion and health. Bulimia nervosa is an ...

The most common GI problems reported by the women included bloating (77%), constipation (54%), stomach pain (50%) and acid ...