By Dr. Jen O’Sullivan

How do you determine if your meds are depleting certain vitamins and minerals? How do you know if they are interacting or counteracting any supplements you are taking or vice versa? Here are some steps to take to make sure!

STEP 1: First look up the name of the drug and what it is used for.

STEP 2: Next look the drug name up on https://mytavin.com/ to see what it depletes.

STEP 3: Next do an online search using the name of the drug along with the words “side effects”.

STEP 4: Next do an online search using the name of the drug along with the words “what to avoid”.

STEP 5: Next do an online search using the name of the drug along with the words “supplements to avoid”.

STEP 6: Go to your doctor and show them your findings. Determine what medications need to be changed or timed differently. Determine which foods you need to avoid and when to take your supplements (4 hours away from medications is best).