Can you lose weight by using laxatives?

Answer 1

You could lose weight with an excessive use of laxatives, but this would produce serious damage to your liver, kidneys, pancreas, and intestines. Benefits are not outweighed by the potential health risks associated to it. Also, any health professional would agree that using laxatives for weight could lead to an eating disorder such as bulimia or anorexia.

A healthy diet and plenty of exercise is the best way to reduce excess body weight.