When Drugs Lead to Biofactor Deficiency

By Dr. Daniela Birkelbach:

Many active ingredients in drugs can interfere with the absorption and excretion of vitamins, minerals or trace elements. The result is a biofactor deficit and an increased risk of further health disorders. In particular chronically ill and older patients must often take several drugs over a longer period of time, which can exacerbate a biofactor deficiency even further. Knowledge of these negative effects of pharmacotherapy on the supply of vitamins and minerals can therefore significantly improve holistic patient care.
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