[Lifestyle] Mangoes Astonish Korean Stars, French Socialites Snatch Them Up; Experts Advise Caution for Those on Medication
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Korean band FTISLAND's lead singer Lee Hong-gi was amazed by Taiwanese mangoes, which have entered the French market and become a sought-after item by French ladies, dubbed "Ai Mang Shi." However, not everyone is suited 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), singing live and being "fed" mangoes by fans, falling in love with them at first bite. Taiwan's Irwin mangoes have entered the French market for the first time, boasting a sweetness of 19.3 and targeting high-end channels, with each fruit costing nearly NT$1180. Despite the price, people are flocking to buy them, with French ladies in supermarkets scrambling for them, earning them the nickname "Ai Mang Shi," the "Hermès" of mangoes.
Taiwanese mangoes have created an "orange craze" internationally, and many Taiwanese people are following suit. The Far Eastern Memorial Hospital recently reminded on Facebook that popular summer treats like mango ice and sliced mangoes can inhibit the metabolism of the anticoagulant Warfarin, significantly increasing the blood coagulation index (INR) and raising the risk of bleeding. It is recommended to consume no more than one mango or one slice per day and absolutely not to overeat just because it's cheap.
Besides mangoes, other fruits that can have serious interactions with Warfarin include grapefruit, kiwi, cranberries, and avocados. The Far Eastern Memorial Hospital further explained that grapefruits contain furanocoumarins, which 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, and vitamin K is Warfarin's nemesis; consuming large amounts can render the anticoagulant effect ineffective. Cranberries, on the other hand, can subtly enhance Warfarin's anticoagulant effect, significantly increasing the chances of subcutaneous bleeding and gastrointestinal bleeding. Avocados contain higher 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 those taking anticoagulants must abstain from fruits entirely. The Far Eastern Memorial Hospital explained that watermelon, with its high water content and very low vitamin K, is a safe and refreshing summer choice for hydration. Bananas and peaches have minimal impact on blood coagulation. Pineapples, when consumed in normal, moderate amounts, 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 stated that the most crucial thing for those taking Warfarin is to avoid sudden drastic changes in dietary habits. For example, eating mangoes every day one week and then completely avoiding them the next week out of 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 treatment with Warfarin and other medications, if abnormal bleeding occurs, such as persistent gum bleeding while brushing teeth, sudden large bruises without collision, 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 advises that these may indicate the drug's effect is too strong and internal bleeding is occurring, requiring immediate medical attention.
Those taking Warfarin need not panic excessively, to the point of avoiding even green vegetables. The key to diet is maintaining stable intake. The Far Eastern Memorial Hospital reiterated that whether it's fruits or vegetables, as long as intake is kept regular and consistent 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 health supplements, be sure to inform your attending physician first so that medication dosage can be adjusted. (Editor: Liu Hsiang-hua)
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