“How do you prevent loose bowels?”

Firstly, you need to determine why your bowels are loose. Are you lactose intolerant? Are you taking a supplement that can cause loose stools ( magnesium is classic). You need a complete evaluation by a physician Theresa M. Redling DO, FACP Chief, Geriatric Health Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center Director, Maida Geriatric Institute Assistant Clinical Professor of Medicine Rutgers-New Jersey Medical School