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Drugs Deplete Nutrients… You Can Replete Them

Written by ODX Admin | Aug 26, 2024 9:15:00 PM

Long-term use of prescription and over-the-counter drugs can lead to gradual micronutrient deficiencies that may be misattributed to aging or disease, causing unexplained symptoms and affecting medication compliance.

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A healthy diet combined with multivitamin/mineral supplements may help address these deficiencies, but based on individual needs and medication use, additional supplementation may be necessary for certain nutrients.

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Common drugs that deplete nutrients:

  • Acid-Suppressing Drugs
  • Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs
  • Anti-Hypertensives
  • Hypercholesterolemics
  • Hypoglycemics
  • Corticosteroids
  • Broncho-dilators
  • Antidepressants
  • Oral Contraceptives

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