Posted by Larry Hoover on April 7, 2005, at 9:01:09 [reposted on April 8, 2005, at 0:08:38 | original URL]
In reply to Best Laxative, posted by Paulbwell on April 7, 2005, at 1:44:45
> The BEST LAXATIVE would have to be 2 teaspoons of Epsom Salts (magnesium sulphate) disolved in hot water, with a taste hider.
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> try that for a "righteous poop"--classic )Only for occasional use....very occasional use. Mag sulphate is hygroscopic, drawing massive quantities of fluid into the bowel, but along with those fluids go blood electrolytes. You can get some serious side effects due to electrolyte/hydration disturbances.
There is another approach (literally). Glycerine suppositories provide localized lubrication and promote muscle contraction, but only in the sigmoid colon. A warm water enema does a similar job.
Lar
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