Goodhealth MgLax Natural Laxative provides a magnesium-based formula that can supports healthy bowel movements. This formula is designed to attract water into the intestine in order to soften stools, thereby encouraging bowel movement. Magnesium is an important mineral for relaxing muscles and a deficiency can lead to digestive problems. The formula also provides fennel and aloe vera, both of which work synergistically to soothe and settle the gut in order to support normal digestive function.