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Magnesium citrate powder may generally be mixed with water or juice if used for occasional constipation. However, this may not always be appropriate.

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Dr. Jirik completed advanced fellowships in hepatology/transplant and gastroenterology, with clinical expertise in colorectal ...

You may have heard that magnesium plays an important role in several bodily functions, including muscle contraction and regulating blood pressure and blood sugar. While it’s found in many foods, ...

Peppermint ( Mentha piperita) is one of the best-known herbs for easing digestive distress. Its active compound, menthol, ...

Kyle Staller, M.D., M.P.H., from Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School in Boston, and colleagues assessed the evidence and developed recommendations for ensuring an accurate ...

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