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Would it be ok for me, with hypothyroidism, to take laxatives to speed my metabolism?

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Daily stools : I would not suggest taking laxatives daily. Instead make sure your TSH levels are close to 2.5 and you increase your water intake. Also, taking metamucil or benefiber daily will help increase your fiber intake and hopefully your stools.

Dr Richards agreed

Answered 6/18/2015

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No: Laxatives do not speed up metabolism. And used inappropriately can be harmful.

Answered 3/3/2013

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