In my opinion.

I think the way to look at it is a lot of the health problems that folks have that are related to nutrition are more an issue of over consumption than under consumption.

Okay.

We are not having these health problems because we're having too few blueberries and too little kale.

We're having these health problems largely because we're consuming too many chips and too much candy and soda.

Okay.

So this is really, I think, the first thing people should focus on.

When it comes to diet and any health related concerns, is is is eliminating or minimizing things like ultra processed foods, foods with very high amounts of added sodium, added sugars, trans fats, saturated fats.

So that's step one.

Beyond that, I think, you know, thinking about those interactions with medications, you certainly have some things like, statins and grapefruit that we know has an interaction.

Blood thinners and vitamin K. Vitamin K is usually found in leafy greens, which is a great thing we want people eating.

But that's something that they should talk with their doctor about to make sure they're keeping a consistent intake of those leafy greens.

You also have some, contradictions or contraindications with high fiber foods and, thyroid medications as well as some blood pressure medications, that affect kind of potassium levels in your blood.

And using salt substitutes that contain something called potassium chloride.

So those are some of the big ones.

Maybe older folks on those medications should just be aware of.

I think you should probably start with your primary health care provider.

In terms of understanding, the drug and food interactions.

And then if you need help adjusting your diet from there, then I think seeking out the expertise of a dietitian would be appropriate.

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