Stool softeners are made of compounds called surfactants that change the consistency of stools so that more moisture can be drawn in. When this happens, stools become softer so you don't have to ...

If you’ve turned to stool softeners to help with constipation but haven’t found any relief, that’s because they don’t actually work, according to licensed pharmacist Dr. Kati Forbes.

Hard water is the type of water that has high mineral content (in contrast with soft water). Hard water minerals primarily consist of calcium (Ca2+), and ...

Sodium is an electrolyte that helps regulate water levels and other bodily substances. Low sodium levels, or hyponatremia, can lead to lethargy, confusion, fatigue, and other symptoms. Treating ...

The WHO released a set of guidelines on Sunday, January 26, 2025, recommending the use of lower-sodium salt substitutes (LSSS), essentially including potassium chloride and reducing the percentage ...

The average American consumes about 3,400 milligrams of sodium per day — well above the recommended limit of 2,300 mg daily. (Getty Images) ...

The products are often made with the mineral zeolite and sold as tinctures, sprays and more, marketed especially for kids. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration says these detox products are not ...

National Engineering Research Center of Lower-Carbon Catalysis Technology, Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Dalian 116023, P. R. China University of Chinese Academy ...

Organic Synthesis Division, Department of Chemistry, University of Antwerp, Groenenborgerlaan 171, Antwerp 2020, Belgium ...