How to Lower the Risk of Drug-Nutrient Interactions?

• Eat a healthy diet using the food guide pyramid.
• Follow directions on how to take medication (prescription and over-the-counter) e Read warning labels on both prescription and over-the-counter medications.
• Do not take over-the-counter medications frequently on your own.
• Tell the physician about any other medications being taken, including over-the- counter medications and alcohol.
• Tell the physician about any new or intensified sylnptoms that develop when taking a medication.
• Keep a list of all medications (prescription and over-the-counter) being used.
• If you have questions, ask your physician for answers.