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December 19, 2022/Digestive

Stool Softener vs. Laxative: What’s the Difference?

… and stimulates your bowels (intestines). Some examples include psyllium (Metamucil®), methylcellulose (Citrucel®) and wheat dextrin (Benefiber®). A few tablespoons of fiber-rich chia seeds in water along with some lemon juice, also …

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October 5, 2022/Nutrition

What Are Macronutrients and Micronutrients?

… they’re essential for functions like digestion, hormone production and brain function.And while it can be beneficial to track your macronutrients, it can be hard to measure and gauge how many micronutrients you consume …

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May 10, 2022/Digestive

8 Home Remedies for Constipation

… the-counter online or at the store.Osmotic laxative. Options include polyethylene glycol (MiraLAX®), milk of magnesia and lactulose. “This type of laxative softens stool by pulling water into the intestines,” says Dr. Garg …

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Diabetes and Weight Loss: What You Need to Know

… carb the diet is, your doctor may order monthly lab work to rule out low potassium or magnesium or elevated lipids or uric acid levels,” says Dunn.2. Intermittent fasting, extreme calorie reduction or skipping …

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August 31, 2023/Brain & Nervous System

When Nothing Helps Your Chronic Migraines

… biofeedback and even acupuncture.“With acupuncture, there aren’t too many large-scale studies that prove its beneficial,” notes Dr. Soni. “But there have been smaller studies that have shown that it can be helpful …

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