A female asked:
well i want to take stool softener because of my weight?
2 doctor answers
Dr. Harold Fields answered
61 years experience Family Medicine
Stool softener: let's do so if not is only required if you're constipated and has nothing whatsoever to do with your weight
Answered on Jul 31, 2015
Dr. David Krulak answered
23 years experience Family Medicine
Bad idea: Softer stool will do nothing to increase the rate of fat loss from the body. A healthy diet and exercise that creates a modest calorie deficit is a far more effective way to reduce fat.
Answered on Jul 31, 2015
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Dr. Charles Cattano answered
39 years experience Gastroenterology
Please not for that!: There is no meaningful or long-term weight loss with stool softeners--only temporary laxation of stool and maybe loss of some "water". A healthy and l ... Read More
A 30-year-old member asked:
Dr. Charles Cattano answered
39 years experience Gastroenterology
Not for that reason: There is no meaningful or long-term weight loss with stool softeners--only temporary laxation of stool and maybe loss of some "water". A healthy and ... Read More
A female asked:
Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered
27 years experience Internal Medicine
Yes: Do not forget hydration and exercise, such as a brisk half an hour walk or sit-ups. A stimulant laxative such as Senna may help. If no response, a Du ... Read More
A 34-year-old member asked:
Dr. Bennett Werner answered
44 years experience Cardiology
Yes, but: A better way to relieve constipation is to eat high fiber cereal (fiber one or all bran) everyday.
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