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Does your metabolism and thyroid control how frequently you poop? if not - what does?

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Constipation: Women frequently suffer from constipation. A daily dose of MiraLAX (polyethylene glycol) can help you stay regular. Yes, people with hypothyroidism do suffer with constipation so metabolic rate has some relationship to gut motility.

Answered 6/30/2014

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