Taking laxatives regularly to ease constipation may up your chances of developing dementia down the road, a new study suggests. This risk is even higher among folks who use multiple types of laxatives ...

People who regularly use laxatives, a common treatment for constipation, may have more than a 50% increased risk of developing dementia than people who do not use laxatives, according to a new study.

Medically reviewed by Femi Aremu, PharmD Magnesium citrate is the strongest magnesium salt laxative, meaning it makes bowel ...

You're doing the right thing by eating fiber. However, sometimes it doesn't help to add bulk if there's already a lot of dry, hard stool that's blocking things. That's where laxatives come in (and ...

Taking magnesium can help relieve constipation. Magnesium citrate is a highly effective laxative that softens stools for short-term constipation relief. Magnesium sulfate, known as Epsom salt, can ...

There is no single best medication for constipation. The right medication can depend on the cause of constipation and a person’s medical history. Several laxative medications are available ...

MINNEAPOLIS – People who regularly use laxatives, a common treatment for constipation, may have more than a 50% increased risk of developing dementia than people who do not use laxatives, according to ...