What Dietitians Want Everyone To Know About Using Laxatives for Weight Loss
Find out how they affect the body both short- and long-term.
By: Emily Laurence - Parade magazine - OCT 20, 2022
“Laxatives should only be taken for the specific purpose of relieving constipation, not losing weight,” says registered dietitian Theresa Shank, RD. She explains that when laxatives are being used for their intended purpose (to relieve constipation), no bodily harm will occur. “It’s when supplements or medications are used outside of their purpose that overtime, unintended health concerns can arise,” Shank says.