Heart Health
Can certain foods or drinks affect your heart’s rhythm?
If you take a statin, you've probably noticed the bright yellow sticker on the back of the prescription bottle warning you to avoid grapefruit and grapefruit juice. This tangy citrus fruit contains compounds that interfere with enzymes that break down various medications, including statins. This can boost blood levels of the drug, which could increase the risk of side effects.
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