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  2. Aug 12, 2023 · Over time, laxative misuse can cause depression, chronic constipation, laxative dependency, organ damage, and an increased risk of colon cancer. The treatment may involve your healthcare provider, a nutritionist, and a therapist or psychologist.

    • Laura Dorwart
  3. Nov 13, 2017 · 5 Times to Avoid Taking Laxativesand 5 Times They Can Help. By Lisa Milbrand. Medically reviewed by Tia Jackson-Bey, MD. Updated: Apr. 01, 2021. Habitual laxative use can lead to dependence, yet there are times they are recommended. Here's the right type to take in certain situations.

    • Lisa Milbrand
  4. Jun 30, 2023 · Common side effects are gas, bloating, and nausea. Another option that works for some people is diet candies containing the sweetener sorbitol. These essentially trigger a mild case of the runs. You may experience bloating and gas along with the laxative effect, however.

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    • Could disrupt gut health. Some research suggests that the artificial sweeteners found in diet soda might negatively affect your gut microbiome, which is the community of beneficial bacteria in your digestive tract.
    • Erodes tooth enamel. Although diet soda doesn’t contain sugar like regular soda, it’s highly acidic and can take a serious toll on your smile if you drink a lot of it on a regular basis.
    • May cause headaches. For some people, drinking multiple servings of diet soda per day could cause headaches. This may be due to certain artificial sweeteners found in diet soda, such as aspartame.
    • Could decrease bone density. Diet soda contains several compounds that may negatively affect bone health and lead to bone loss. These compounds include caffeine and phosphoric acid (17, 18).
  5. May 2, 2023 · How to Lose Weight Safely. 4 min read. Some people use laxatives to lose weight. While laxatives can help you with constipation, using laxatives for weight loss is dangerous and can make you...

  6. Oct 15, 2017 · Instead, it can lead to dangerous side effects like dehydration, electrolyte imbalance and possibly even dependence. Summary: Laxative use can result in a temporary loss of water...