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What is laxative effect.i am using sugerfree chewing gum a lot.and it contained a warning "contains polyols and may have laxative effect."?
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Loose stools: Laxative effect means loose stools or diarrhea. Many artificial sweeteners like sorbitol can cause this in people. The dose needed to cause this effect is dependent on the person and many other factors such as diet and medical conditions.
Answered 11/27/2017
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