[Lifestyle] Mangoes Astonish Korean Stars, French Ladies Snatch Them Up; Experts Advise Caution for Medication Users
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Lee Hong-gi, the lead singer of the South Korean band FTISLAND, was amazed by Taiwanese mangoes, and Taiwanese mangoes have entered France to become the "Ai Mang Shi" (a pun on Hermès, meaning "love mangoes") that French ladies scramble to buy. However, not everyone is suitable for this orange craze. Experts remind those taking anticoagulant medication to be cautious when eating mangoes.
FTISLAND's Lee Hong-gi made a surprise appearance in Taipei's Xinyi District yesterday (19th) for a live performance. He was "fed" mangoes by fans at the scene and was instantly captivated. Taiwanese Irwin mangoes entered the French market for the first time, marketed through high-end channels with a sweetness of 19.3. Each mango was priced at nearly NT$1,180. Despite the high price, people were eager to buy them, and French ladies were seen rushing to purchase them in supermarkets, earning them the nickname "Ai Mang Shi," the "Hermès" of the mango world.
Taiwanese mangoes are creating an "orange craze" internationally, and many Taiwanese people are following suit. The Far Eastern Memorial Hospital recently reminded the public on Facebook that popular summer treats like mango ice and mango platters can inhibit the metabolism of the anticoagulant drug Warfarin, significantly increasing the blood coagulation index (INR) and raising the risk of bleeding. It is recommended to limit intake to one mango or one slice per day and absolutely avoid overeating just because it's cheap.
Besides mangoes, other fruits that can interact significantly with Warfarin include grapefruit, kiwi, cranberries, and avocados.
The Far Eastern Memorial Hospital further explained that grapefruits contain furanocoumarins, which can strongly inhibit liver metabolic enzymes, greatly amplifying the drug's effects and leading to severe bleeding crises.
The Far Eastern Memorial Hospital pointed out that kiwis are high in vitamin K, but vitamin K is Warfarin's nemesis; consuming large amounts will render the anticoagulant effect ineffective. Cranberries can subtly enhance Warfarin's anticoagulant effect, significantly increasing the chances of subcutaneous bleeding and gastrointestinal bleeding. Avocados contain relatively high levels of vitamin K and fat, which can interfere with intestinal absorption or accelerate drug metabolism, reducing the drug's efficacy.
It's not that people taking anticoagulants must cut off all contact with fruits. The Far Eastern Memorial Hospital explained that watermelons are high in water and very low in vitamin K, making them a safe choice for hydration and cooling in the summer. Bananas and peaches have minimal impact on blood coagulation. Pineapples, when consumed normally and in moderation, do not interfere with the drug's function in the body. Lychees and longans, while not containing vitamin K and not interfering with the drug's efficacy, are high in sugar, so diabetics should control their intake.
The Far Eastern Memorial Hospital pointed out that the most crucial thing to avoid when taking Warfarin is sudden drastic changes in dietary habits. For example, eating mangoes every day one week and then completely avoiding them the next week due to fear can cause the blood's INR index to fluctuate wildly like a roller coaster. If you really want to eat a certain fruit, you should maintain a small, consistent portion size daily.
During the period of taking medications like Warfarin, if abnormal bleeding occurs, such as persistent gum bleeding during brushing, sudden large bruises without impact, or urine appearing red or pink, stool becoming black and tarry, sudden severe headaches, or unexplained joint swelling and pain, the Far Eastern Memorial Hospital stated that these could indicate the drug's effect is too strong and internal bleeding is occurring, requiring immediate medical attention.
People taking Warfarin do not need to panic excessively, to the point of avoiding even green vegetables. The key to diet is maintaining a stable intake. The Far Eastern Memorial Hospital reiterated that whether it's fruits or vegetables, as long as they are consumed at a regular time and in a fixed quantity daily, the drug's effect will be stable. If you plan to change your dietary habits recently, such as becoming vegetarian long-term or taking supplements, be sure to inform your attending physician first so that the medication dosage can be adjusted. (Editor: Liu Xiang-hua)
Source Link: https://www.rti.org.tw/news?uid=3&pid=215640
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