Do You Digest Food If You Take Laxatives? The Truth About Digestion and Absorption
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According to a 2025 article on WebMD, laxatives do not stop your body from absorbing the calories and fat from food because most of this process occurs before the laxative takes effect. So, do you digest food if you take laxatives? The answer is yes, but the story is more complex regarding nutrient absorption, especially with misuse.
