OK - I have been reading over this site for hours this morning and I cannot believe that there is such strong support for Schultz’s IF#1. The purging herbs in this formula are very strong and WILL cause dependency, not to mention a host of other problems. Do some research on Google on some of these ingredients! I have even heard of some people on this board taking it for years!! I would like Dr. Schultz to FULLY explain how he can say this is safe to use long term. I have asked this before and all I got was his typical 'it has been used for years' response, but I want facts! How can you say this is safe to use when EVERY other doctor in the profession will say it is NOT and will cause dependency. The reason I am so frustrated is because I DID listen and use this product, and now a YEAR later I am still trying to overcome the laxative dependency this product cause me. I developed a lazy bowel that will not function without it!!!