Don't Eat This If You're Taking That: The Hidden Risks of Mixing Food and Medicine

Don't Eat This If You're Taking That is the ultimate guide to understanding the hidden risks of mixing food and medicine. Winner of the prestigious 2018 Gold National Health Information Award and 2018 APEX Merit Award, this book is a must-have for anyone who takes prescription drugs. With the expert guidance of NBC Today show nutrition and diet guru Madelyn Fernstrom and award-winning neuroscientist and pharmacologist John Fernstrom, partnered with AARP, you can navigate the complex world of food and medication interactions easily.

Millions of Americans rely on prescription drugs to manage their health conditions, but little do they know that the foods they eat may be sabotaging the effectiveness of their medications. Don't Eat This If You're Taking That demystifies the common interactions between food and medicine. With a simple and user-friendly format, this guide helps you identify which foods may interfere with your medication, whether you're taking it short-term or long-term. It empowers you to make smart swaps and adjustments in your diet to ensure your medications work optimally.

You may think that a healthy diet filled with colorful fruits and vegetables, lean proteins, whole grains, and low-fat dairy products is always beneficial for your health. However, Dr. Fernstrom uncovers the surprising truth about certain foods you should avoid when taking specific medications. For example, if you're on cholesterol medicine, you'll want to cut out or reduce your consumption of grapefruit. On warfarin? Stay away from dark green veggies. And if you're on thyroid medication, it's best to eliminate soy from your diet. Discover more small diet changes that can have significant health payoffs with this essential guide.

But that's not all! Each chapter in Don't Eat This If You're Taking That includes a "Dietary Supplements Alert" box, providing you with the latest information on interactions between medications and vitamins, minerals, and other dietary supplements. Stay informed and make informed choices about your health.

Ready to take control of your health and maximize the benefits of your medications? With this concise and scientifically-based guide, you can easily personalize your eating plan to work in harmony with, rather than against, your medications. Don't miss out on this life-changing resource! Get your copy now!