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Talk to your doctor before trying magnesium citrate supplements.

Read and follow the manufacturer’s instructions before taking any over-the-counter medicines. Talk to your doctor if you are not sure what dosage is right for you.

You can also drink a few cups of herbal tea to reach your daily fluid intake, but avoid caffeinated beverages. Caffeine has diuretic properties, so it may dehydrate you and lead to constipation.

Whole grains such as brown rice, barley, bulgur wheat, corn, rye, buckwheat, and oatmeal Fruits such as prunes, peaches, plums, grapes, apples, and pears Vegetables such as Swiss chard, spinach, collard greens, lettuces, and beet greens Beans and legumes such as pintos, garbanzos, edamame, and cannellini beans

Make sure that you read and follow the manufacturer’s instructions for use.

For example, you might try to go every day at 8:30am and again at 7:00pm