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		<title>Herbs That Affect Warfarin</title>
		<link>http://www.livestrong.com/article/527977-herbs-that-affect-warfarin/</link>
		<pubDate>Sat, 27 Aug 2011 05:08:57 -0700</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Warfarin is an anticoagulant drug prescribed for patients with heart problems, venous thrombosis and pulmonary embolisms. It prevents blood clots by acting on your liver to inhibit vitamin K’s clotting function. Many herbs that can interact with warfarin, either enhancing or blocking its action. Consult your health-care provider before using herbs if you are taking warfarin.]]></description>
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		<title>Herbs That Interact With Warfarin</title>
		<link>http://www.livestrong.com/article/522825-herbs-that-interact-with-warfarin/</link>
		<pubDate>Sun, 21 Aug 2011 17:29:54 -0700</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Taking warfarin requires adherence to a diet, a lifestyle and a monthly blood test. You must take care not to fall or injure yourself and risk bleeding. Likewise, you must take care with the supplements and herbs you add to your diet. Warfarin interacts with many drugs, vitamins, supplements, herbs and additives, so do not take something without discussing it with your doctor first. A simple multivitamin could lead to an unexpected clot or too much bleeding depending on how it interacts with warfarin.]]></description>
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		<title>Fruits That Affect Warfarin</title>
		<link>http://www.livestrong.com/article/518609-fruits-that-affect-warfarin/</link>
		<pubDate>Sun, 14 Aug 2011 14:18:42 -0700</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Warfarin is a type of blood-thinning medication that is used to prevent blood clots from forming or growing. It is generally prescribed when people have a heart arrhythmia, a heart valve replacement, heart attack or a stroke. While taking warfarin it is important to follow a strict diet. Consuming fruits that are high in vitamin K can decrease the effects of warfarin or even stop the medication from working. Always consult your doctor before adding fruits to your diet while on warfarin.]]></description>
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		<title>Wolfberry and Warfarin Reactions</title>
		<link>http://www.livestrong.com/article/505137-wolfberry-and-warfarin-reactions/</link>
		<pubDate>Fri, 29 Jul 2011 20:37:47 -0700</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Lycium barbarum, known as wolfberry and goji, is an herbal remedy promoted as useful for a wide range of health conditions. Warfarin, in contrast, is a prescription medication used to prevent blood clots from developing or becoming larger. Wolfberry may affect warfarin in the body, creating a reaction between the two substances. Consult your doctor before consuming wolfberry in medicinal amounts, particularly if you also take warfarin.]]></description>
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		<title>How to Switch From Breastmilk to Formula When on Warfarin</title>
		<link>http://www.livestrong.com/article/502778-how-to-switch-from-breastmilk-to-formula-when-on-warfarin/</link>
		<pubDate>Wed, 27 Jul 2011 08:32:51 -0700</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Bottle feeding versus breastfeeding an infant is a very personal choice. Sometimes, complications from pregnancy or delivery may require the new mother to take prescription blood thinners, such as warfarin, to prevent blood clots. Although the American Academy of Family Physicians reports warfarin is not usually transferred to the newborn via breast milk, you may still wish to wean your baby from the breast for many reasons. Women on warfarin can wean their breastfed infants much in the same way that other mothers do -- with patience, time and, hopefully, support.]]></description>
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		<title>Foods That Affect Warfarin</title>
		<link>http://www.livestrong.com/article/498565-foods-that-affect-warfarin/</link>
		<pubDate>Fri, 22 Jul 2011 09:29:00 -0700</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Warfarin, commonly referred to by its trade name Coumadin, is an anticoagulant, or blood thinner. Warfarin is prescribed for people who are at risk for developing a blood clot that can lead to a heart attack, stroke or pulmonary embolus, a blood clot in your lungs. You do not have to follow a strict diet for warfarin therapy to be effective, but you should be aware of certain foods that can affect the way warfarin works.]]></description>
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		<title>Foods &#038; Warfarin</title>
		<link>http://www.livestrong.com/article/498382-foods-warfarin/</link>
		<pubDate>Fri, 22 Jul 2011 03:33:26 -0700</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Warfarin is the generic name of a prescription drug sold under the trade names Coumadin and Jantoven. Physicians prescribe warfarin to prevent blood clots. Eating certain foods that contain vitamin K, a nutrient essential for clotting blood to help you stop bleeding after injury, can interfere with warfarin and increase serious health risks. Consult your doctor about your health, warfarin and the types of foods you can eat and should avoid.]]></description>
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		<title>Drugs to Avoid When Taking Warfarin</title>
		<link>http://www.livestrong.com/article/497402-drugs-to-avoid-when-taking-warfarin/</link>
		<pubDate>Wed, 20 Jul 2011 20:04:29 -0700</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Warfarin, sold under the brand names of Coumadin and Jantoven, is a powerful drug used to thin the blood and reduce the chance of developing dangerous blood clots. If you take warfarin regularly, consult your doctor before taking any drugs or dietary supplements since many products can interact with warfarin's effectiveness or cause negative side effects.]]></description>
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		<title>Multivitamin Interaction With Warfarin</title>
		<link>http://www.livestrong.com/article/496025-multivitamin-interaction-with-warfarin/</link>
		<pubDate>Tue, 19 Jul 2011 10:45:23 -0700</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Multivitamins can be healthy additions to your diet, because they help you get the essential vitamins and minerals that your body needs to stay healthy. However, certain medications such as warfarin can be interfered with, when certain vitamins are in your system. It is important that you talk to your doctor about any supplements or diet changes you are making if you take warfarin.]]></description>
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		<title>Complications of Warfarin</title>
		<link>http://www.livestrong.com/article/494228-complications-of-warfarin/</link>
		<pubDate>Sun, 17 Jul 2011 06:39:16 -0700</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Warfarin is an anti-coagulant medication, which means that it acts as a blood thinner to prevent the formation of life-threatening blood clots. It may be prescribed to patients with certain heart conditions, a history of heart attack, atrial fibrillation or with prosthetic heart valves to reduce the risk of stroke and heart attacks. Although the medication may be life-saving, it carries significant risks of side effects and adverse interactions. Talk to your doctor to make sure you understand these potential complications before taking warfarin.]]></description>
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		<title>Foods Contraindicated With Warfarin</title>
		<link>http://www.livestrong.com/article/489223-foods-contraindicated-with-warfarin/</link>
		<pubDate>Sun, 10 Jul 2011 19:49:49 -0700</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[If you have thick blood, or blood that tends to clot, you may be prescribed a blood thinner to relieve symptoms. Warfarin is a prescription anticoagulant taken orally that may reduce the risk of stroke. It is a a generic medication often sold under the brand name Coumadin. The medication's dosage is based on your current diet, and so if you change your diet you will need to have your dosage adjusted. Some types of food in particular may impact your medication's effectiveness. Talk with your doctor before beginning a new treatment plan for your condition.]]></description>
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		<title>Alli &#038; Warfarin Use</title>
		<link>http://www.livestrong.com/article/483204-alli-warfarin-use/</link>
		<pubDate>Fri, 01 Jul 2011 19:28:00 -0700</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Alli, an over-the counter dietary supplement that limits the amount of fat your body absorbs, has a number of unpleasant side effects, including oily stools, diarrhea, urgency and frequency. The drug also has more severe side effects, such as as potential liver damage and a decrease in vitamin absorption, including vitamin K. Poor vitamin K absorption can lead to an increase in bleeding time. If you take the anticoagulant warfarin, this could affect the amount of drug you take to obtain therapeutic results. Talk to your doctor before using Alli and warfarin together.]]></description>
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		<title>What Can I Eat With Carbs In It When Taking Warfarin?</title>
		<link>http://www.livestrong.com/article/476112-what-can-i-eat-with-carbs-in-it-when-taking-warfarin/</link>
		<pubDate>Tue, 21 Jun 2011 17:58:14 -0700</pubDate>
		<guid>http://www.livestrong.com/article/476112-what-can-i-eat-with-carbs-in-it-when-taking-warfarin/</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Warfarin, often prescribed under the brand name Coumadin, is a medication that thins the blood. It often is used to prevent and treat blood clots. Various foods can interfere with warfarin's effectiveness. Before changing your diet, however, you should talk to your doctor and follow instructions so as not to create additional complications.]]></description>
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		<title>Diet for Warfarin Users</title>
		<link>http://www.livestrong.com/article/441622-diet-for-warfarin-users/</link>
		<pubDate>Fri, 13 May 2011 13:16:37 -0700</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Certain medical conditions, such as pulmonary embolus, which is a blood clot in the lung, or deep vein thrombosis, which is a blood clot in the leg, can require treatment with a blood thinner, like warfarin. Your physician may prescribe warfarin to decrease your blood's ability to clot, according to MayoClinic.com. These blood clots can cause significant health problems, such as strokes. Taking warfarin may require that you modify your diet. While no specific diet for warfarin users exists, you should monitor your intake of foods that contain vitamin K and avoid certain foods, drinks and supplements.]]></description>
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		<title>Warfarin &#038; Diet Restrictions</title>
		<link>http://www.livestrong.com/article/410671-warfarin-diet-restrictions/</link>
		<pubDate>Mon, 28 Mar 2011 17:31:58 -0700</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[When a blood clot forms after you cut yourself and slows the flow of blood from the wound, it can save your life. But when a blood clot forms at a vital location -- such as in the heart or the brain -- it can do just the opposite, endangering your health and life. A number of things can cause a dangerous blood clot, including an abnormal heart rhythm, a large heart, a catheter in a vein or a new heart valve. If you are at risk for a blood clot, your doctor may prescribe warfarin. But if the drug is to work as it should, you will need to be aware of certain factors that can affect it.]]></description>
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		<title>Warfarin (Coumadin) &#038; Diet</title>
		<link>http://www.livestrong.com/article/407703-warfarin-coumadin-diet/</link>
		<pubDate>Sat, 19 Mar 2011 19:42:48 -0700</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Vitamin K plays an important role in the clotting of blood and the mineralization of bone. Warfarin, sold as Coumadin, decreases the clotting of blood by antagonizing the action of vitamin K in the liver. While on warfarin therapy it is important that you maintain your intake of vitamin K. A change in vitamin K intake may cause warfarin to be ineffective or cause uncontrollable bleeding.]]></description>
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		<title>Diet Considerations for Warfarin</title>
		<link>http://www.livestrong.com/article/386088-diet-considerations-for-warfarin/</link>
		<pubDate>Sat, 19 Feb 2011 15:10:16 -0800</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Warfarin, brand name Coumadin, is a medication that physicians prescribe to people who are at high risk of forming blood clots. Blood clots may block blood flow to the heart, brain, or lungs. Warfarin stops blood clotting by interfering with the function of vitamin K and is considered a blood thinner. If your doctor prescribes warfarin, you need to monitor your diet to make sure that you do not consume too many foods with vitamin K. Certain beverages or supplements may interact with warfarin as well.]]></description>
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		<title>Diet for People on Warfarin</title>
		<link>http://www.livestrong.com/article/328704-diet-for-people-on-warfarin/</link>
		<pubDate>Wed, 08 Dec 2010 14:18:51 -0800</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Warfarin is a prescription medication used to prevent blood clot formation or thickening of the blood. It is considered an anticoagulant or blood. While there is no specific diet for individuals taking warfarin, some foods and beverages cause warfarin to be ineffective. It is important to understand what foods you can eat and what foods you should avoid. Discuss diet considerations with your doctor if you're taking warfarin.]]></description>
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		<title>A Diet for Warfarin</title>
		<link>http://www.livestrong.com/article/322519-a-diet-for-warfarin/</link>
		<pubDate>Wed, 01 Dec 2010 09:09:16 -0800</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The formation of a blood clot in a blood vessel can restrict the flow of blood or cause life-threatening conditions in the heart, lungs or brain. If you have blood clots or are at risk for developing blood clots, your doctor may prescribe the anticoagulant warfarin. Warfarin lengthens the time it takes for blood to clot, which decreases the risk of developing clots. Warfarin interacts with certain foods, which can promote the onset of dangerous side effects like excessive bleeding. Although doctors do not prescribe a specific diet for those on warfarin, you need to pay attention to the intake of certain nutrients.]]></description>
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		<title>Blood Thinning Diet</title>
		<link>http://www.livestrong.com/article/298759-blood-thinning-diet/</link>
		<pubDate>Sun, 07 Nov 2010 10:00:53 -0800</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Blood clots form in your body for a variety of reasons, and aid your well-being by slowing the loss of blood. Coagulation, or too much clotting, puts your health at risk. Warfarin, which has the prescription name Coumadin, is a blood-thinning medication that helps prevent blood clots, according to Family Doctor.org. Changes to your diet may be necessary to ensure warfarin works properly.]]></description>
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		<title>Alternatives to Heparin or Warfarin</title>
		<link>http://www.livestrong.com/article/204183-alternatives-to-heparin-or-warfarin/</link>
		<pubDate>Fri, 13 Aug 2010 15:12:27 -0700</pubDate>
		<guid>http://www.livestrong.com/article/204183-alternatives-to-heparin-or-warfarin/</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Heparin and warfarin belong to the class of medicines known as anticoagulants, a class of drugs often referred to as blood thinners. Anticoagulants do not actually thin the blood, but they reduce the ability of the blood to clot. They may be prescribed to patients deemed to be at risk of developing a blood clot such as those at risk of a stroke or who have undergone surgery such as hip replacement. Heparin and warfarin are the two most common anticoagulant drugs used, but there are alternatives.]]></description>
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		<title>Acne and Warfarin</title>
		<link>http://www.livestrong.com/article/180102-acne-and-warfarin/</link>
		<pubDate>Tue, 20 Jul 2010 18:17:33 -0700</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Warfarin is a drug with blood-thinning effects, prescribed for people at elevated risk of developing blood clots. Warfarin has an association with acne, although it does not cause acne as a side effect, and doctors do not prescribe it as an acne treatment. Some drugs used for treating acne can interact with warfarin, however, and the results may be dangerous.]]></description>
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		<title>Amiodarone &#038; Warfarin</title>
		<link>http://www.livestrong.com/article/122692-amiodarone-warfarin/</link>
		<pubDate>Thu, 13 May 2010 22:22:17 -0700</pubDate>
		<guid>http://www.livestrong.com/article/122692-amiodarone-warfarin/</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Patients with abnormal heart rhythms often receive anti-arrhythmic medications such as amiodarone. During periods of improper rhythm, blood call pool in the heart leading to blood clot formation and increased risk of stroke. As a result, amiodarone patients are also taking warfarin concomitantly to prevent clots and stroke.]]></description>
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