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Does Chocolate Act As a Laxative?

If you get diarrhea after eating chocolate, it could be due to the caffeine or fiber — especially if it’s dark chocolate and ...
Medically reviewed by Allison Herries, RDN Key Takeaways Probiotics can help restore balance in the gut and may relieve ...
Satisfying your sugar cravings makes life much sweeter. Candy, in particular, is a hard-to-beat sweet treat. But while most commercial candies contain sugar, many people with diabetes or who are ...
For those experiencing paradoxical diarrhea, the body sends confusing signals that can leave both patients and healthcare providers perplexed. This unusual digestive condition creates a seemingly ...
A recent study finds that the constipation medication lubiprostone can positively impact kidney function. Here's what you ...
Inform your doctor of all medications, supplements, and health conditions that apply to you before taking Linzess to prevent possible interactions. Linzess may interact with antidiarrheal and ...
Antibiotics can cause many side effects. In some cases, this may include constipation. The risk of constipation depends on the specific antibiotic a person takes and other individual risk factors.