Karo syrup for constipation: Is it safe for babies?

Q.	Is it safe to give my baby corn (Karo) syrup for constipation? Gretchen / Iowa see response Mayo Clinic pediatrician Jay Hoecker, M.D., and colleagues answer select questions from readers.

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