I have had the same problem with elimination. My bowel is virtually comatose, esp with thyroid issues that have cropped up. But I know that it is imp. to keep the bowel moving so, along with prune juice and psyllium - which are not effective on their own - I am taking 1 to 1 1/2 tsp. of Epsom salts every day. It works, and I figure that I need the magnesium also so, why not? I know it says not to take it habitually on the package, but - hey it's just magnesium. Anyone know of a problem with this? I hate the taste, so I mix it with tomato juice - that helps a LOT!!! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smirk.gif" alt="" />