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Instead of just giving Americans a list of healthy food choices, the federal government takes a stab at showing us what not to eat. Get the facts here.

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Nix Grapefruit & Statin Drugs

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Grapefruit & statin drugs can be a bad combination. Unlike other citrus fruits, grapefruit contains substances that disable certain enzymes in your body. Without these enzymes, a higher concentration of statin drugs can end up in the bloodstream, which can put you at risk for serious muscle problems. An occasional glass of grapefruit juice is OK, but don't drink it at the same time you take the medication.

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1 Replies |Report This| Share this:Nix Grapefruit & Statin DrugsGrapefruit & statin drugs can be a bad combination. Unlike other citrus fruits, grapefruit contains substances that disable certain enzymes in your body. Without these enzymes, a higher concentration of statin drugs can end up in the bloodstream, which can put you at risk for serious muscle problems. An occasional glass of grapefruit juice is OK, but don't drink it at the same time you take the medication.

anylinc responded:

I love grapefruit. How often is "occasional"?

Report This| Share this:Nix Grapefruit & Statin DrugsI love grapefruit. How often is "occasional"?

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