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Welcome back, California! In today’s episode, we dive into a startling statistic: 60% of Americans take at least one prescription drug. While these medications manage chronic conditions, they often create a "secondary health challenge"—nutrient depletion.

When we take a pill, it can "cleave" or block vital vitamins and minerals, leading to side effects that are often misdiagnosed as new medical issues. Linda discusses how to move from reactive to proactive by understanding Drug-Induced Nutrient Depletion (DIND).

Key Highlights:

• Common Culprits: We break down how Statins deplete CoQ10, Metformin drains B12 and Folate, and PPIs/Antacids strip the body of Magnesium, Calcium, and Zinc.
• Proactive Mitigation: Learn why timing matters (like taking drowsy meds at night) and why "Motion is Lotion" for drug-induced stiffness.
• The "Medicine Cabinet" Reimagined: Why your refrigerator is your best defense. We list nutrient-dense foods like leafy greens, fatty fish, and seeds to replenish what meds take away.
• Expert Advice: Why standard labs might miss these gaps and why you must consult your healthcare team before "stacking" supplements.

Closing Thought: "The Lord is faithful; He will establish you and guard you." — 2 Thessalonians 3:3.

https://www.rupahealth.com/post/10-commonly-prescribed-medications-the-nutrients-they-deplete

https://www.merckmanuals.com/home/multimedia/table/some-drugs-and-medications-that-cause-vitamin-deficiency

Thank you for listening to Healthy California.

If you have tried all my suggestions and are still having trouble with your health, and would like an appointment with me, please email me, text, or call me via the contact information below.

My contact:

Linda Brown, MPT, Doctoral Candidate Functional Nutrition

916-426-2543

linda@heal-throughfood.com

www.heal-throughfood.com