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Grapefruit and Statins: What You Need to Know About the Dangerous Interaction

Grapefruit can dangerously increase statin levels in the blood, raising the risk of muscle damage and kidney failure. Learn which statins are affected, what symptoms to watch for, and how to stay safe.

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Statins and Diabetes: What You Need to Know About Blood Sugar Changes

Statins can slightly raise blood sugar and increase diabetes risk in some people - especially those already at risk. But for most, the heart protection they offer far outweighs this small side effect. Here's what you need to know.

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