Foods and Medications That Don’t Mix
What’s the biggest mistake many people over 50 make when it comes to their meds? Failing to read the warning labels that come with their prescriptions, according to a study done by researchers at Kansas State University. And that’s bad news. Not knowing what foods and drinks to skip while you’re on Rx drugs can cause serious side effects or lower the effectiveness of your medications.
To stay safe: Get the facts from your doc, and follow up with a 10-minute chat with your pharmacist to learn the ins and outs of your prescription—and what foods and beverages to avoid while you’re on it, suggests Lauren Aleksunes, Pharm.D., Ph.D., an assistant professor at the Ernest Mario School of Pharmacy at Rutgers University. In the meantime, here’s a cheat sheet.
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