#12: Excessive Sodium IntakeMeet Sarah, 58, salting meals heavily. Swelling worsened despite medication.
High salt counters blood pressure benefits. Guidelines recommend limiting.
#11: Sudden Position Changes
John, 62, rose quickly mornings. Lightheaded spells followed.
10: Certain Herbal Supplements Like St. John’s Wort
Lisa, 60, added for mood. Effectiveness dipped subtly.
May speed breakdown, reducing control.
#9: High Doses of Simvastatin