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I take mag. oxide both for my osteoporosis and constipation. i know it helps with the constipation. i am 70 and in good health and weight. for several months, i have a bowel movement in the morning which is a little soft but not diarrhea but it doesn't

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Dr. Frank Kuitems answered

Ok: OK magnesium cause you're still to be softer lose it sounds normal if that's a prom cut back on the magnesium

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Answered 11/11/2015

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A member asked:

I take mag. oxide both for my osteoporosis and constipation. i know it helps with the constipation. i am 70 and in good health and weight. for several months, i have a bowel movement in the morning which is a little soft but not diarrhea but it doesn't

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Frank Kuitems answered

Dr Feola agreed

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