Senna is produced from a tropical flowering plant and been the subject of numerous consumer complaints stretching as far back as 1987.
Cascara and Senna are both forms of Anthraquinones which are naturally occurring compounds found primarily in plants and certain insects. Anthraquinones have historically been used in the commercial manufacturing of dyes and pigments for the garment industry, as well as their common use in low-quality herbal colon cleansers.
Anthraquinones work by irritating intestinal bacteria to cause bowel contractions. Common side effects of Anthraquinone-based stimulant laxatives stated by the National Institutes of Health include brownish urine, severe abdominal cramping, diarrhea, and vomiting. This class of laxatives also has a tendency to strip away good intestinal bacteria which normally assist the body’s digestive process leading to further problems.
Over use of Anthraquinones can also cause electrolyte imbalances and potassium loss. Electrolytes play an essential role in creating nerve impulses to facilitate proper muscle function and unbalanced potassium levels can trigger irregular heartbeat and other potentially life-threatening conditions.
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