Laxatives vary based on how they work and the side effects they have. Certain stimulant, lubricant and saline laxatives are used to evacuate the colon for rectal and bowel examinations, and may be supplemented by enemas under certain circumstances. Sufficiently high doses of laxatives may cause diarrhea.
Most vegetables, with the exception of onions, mushrooms and tomatoes, should be blanched briefly before being dehydrated to limit discoloration and the risk of food-borne illnesses. You can dehydrate tomatoes, carrots, beets, greens, beans, squash, onions, peas, celery, corn, pumpkin and broccoli with good results.
Despite what you may have heard, not all carbs are bad for you. In fact, natural carbohydrates are an extremely important part of a healthy diet. Carbs give you energy and provide many of the vitamins, minerals, enzymes, antioxidants, and phytonutrients necessary for good health.o sum it up, the following food types are generally considered to be good carbs and should make up most or all of your carb intake: 1  whole vegetables. 2  whole fruits. 3  beans. 4  legumes. 5  nuts.