Q. I am a 46-year-old male, 6 foot 4 inches and 235 pounds. I work in heavy construction and don't smoke, drink or do drugs. Are colon-cleansing products beneficial and safe to use?
A. Someone who is healthy does not need to "cleanse the colon." This is only appropriate prior to a colonoscopy.
The laxatives that are often used for so-called colon cleansing can be harsh. Used too frequently, they can damage the tissues of the colon or deplete the body of essential minerals.
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