Dock was used as a laxative for the treatment of long term constipation, and dandelion root was used where a mild laxative was called for. Epsom salts was used when a fast-working laxative used required.
Asparagus, buckthorn, chickweed, fat hen, feverfew, groundsel and licorice were some of the herbs that were thought to act as laxatives.
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