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laxatives to lose weight, is this a good idea?

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TERRIBLE, : Really awful, unsafe, ineffective way to lose weight. This is very unhealthy as an approach to weight loss.

Question 2

how risky is it to take laxative to lose weight?

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Very dangerous: Laxitives do not cause weight loss but they do make you move your bowels. Laxative overuse can cause many problems.

Question 3

can laxatives help you lose weight?

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I agree: I agree with dr. Wodi  in the same way, the weight loss that is initially seen with water pills is also only an illusion.

Question 4

could laxatives make me lose weight?

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Laxatives are NOT a: Weight loss answer. Eat healthfully ; be physically active. Aim for 7.5 to 8 hrs of sleep / night. Hydrate w at least 64 oz of water / day. Calories burned must &gt; calories consumed.  Do both cardio ; weight training.

Question 5

could laxatives really make you lose weight?

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Not the way to go.: Do you wish to have sustainable weight loss? Do you wish to remain healthy? If answer is yes then you will not try to use laxatives to lose weight.

Question 6

can taking laxatives help me to lose weight ?

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No: Nyet, Nien,  Nicht, Nay !!!! This is a great way to make yourself sick. This is not an answer for weight loss.

Question 7

is it ever safe to lose weight via laxatives?

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Not safe: Also dangerous as laxatives can disrupt body electrolytes.

Question 8

why are laxatives bad for trying to lose weight?

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Laxatives: for weight loss are dangerous because we can become dependent on them, loose precious nutrition, get an eating disorder, and still not address the real cause of the extra pounds.  Please see your doctor to determine if you have a metabolic issue or not, and then a nutritionist.  Also reflect on other factors such as lifestyle, exercise level, stress.  Think holistically.  Peace and good health.

Question 9

what type of laxatives help you lose weight fast?

Accepted Answer

You don't want to go: There. This can be an ingredient that makes up part of the recipe for an eating disorder.

Question 10

is it really unhealthy to use laxatives to lose weight?

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Yes: It isn't just unhealthy, it's dangerous and can be life threatening.  Don't do it!

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