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What is a drug-nutrient interaction?
A relationship between a drug and a nutrient, food, or nutrition status that can have physical, chemical, physiologic, or pathophysiologic effects
What warning did the US FDA issue regarding black cohosh consumption?
Consuming over 60g of black cohosh daily for two weeks may cause heart rhythm problems, especially for individuals over 40 years old
What change did the man make to his diet before his death?
Switched from consuming red fruit-flavored candy to black cohosh-based candy
How do drugs and food interact?
Drugs can alter the absorption, metabolism, or excretion of nutrients in food
What defines a drug-nutrient interaction?
It results from a relationship between a drug and a nutrient, multiple nutrients, food in general, specific foods or components, or nutrition status
Test your knowledge on food-drug interactions and their potential impact on health. This quiz covers important information regarding the effects of certain foods on medication and vice versa, using a real-life case study as an example.
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