Most “colon cleansing” remedies on the internet are benign treatments of constipation. These remedies become dangerous when they claim they can help you “lose 30 pounds in one month” (1). Colon cleansing is not an effective weight loss methods; furthermore, they could even result in severe dehydration, electrolyte imbalance, and possibly death.
Overusing laxatives to lose weight is commonly seen in patients with bulimia nervosa, a condition diagnosed by binge eating followed by attempts at inducing vomiting or diarrhea. Keep in mind that bulimia nervosa is a serious condition that should be treated by trained psychiatrists and nutritionists.