Could your daily vitamins or food choices be putting you at risk for dangerous blood clots without you even knowing? In this eye-opening video, we reveal 5 common supplement and food combinations that brain doctors warn can quietly thicken your blood, leading to life-threatening clots, strokes, or heart attacks.
Many older adults make these choices with the best intentions — from boosting bone strength to protecting heart health — but when mixed the wrong way, these combos can create a dangerous situation inside your body.
Stay tuned as we break down:
✅ Why Vitamin K and leafy greens could be a risky duo
✅ The hidden dangers of fish oil + high Vitamin E snacks
✅ How too much calcium from supplements and fortified juice can affect your blood
✅ The clotting risk of iron supplements with a red meat-heavy diet
✅ Why Vitamin B6 in multivitamins plus energy drinks can disrupt your blood’s balance
Knowledge is power — once you know what to look out for, small changes can make a BIG difference in protecting your health. Don’t miss these important health tips that could help prevent serious problems.
⚠️ If you take supplements or enjoy “healthy” snacks daily, this video is a MUST-WATCH!
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have you ever wondered if a vitamin or food you have daily could be causing dangerous blood clots it might sound hard to believe but brain doctors see this happen far too often older adults with good intentions sometimes mix certain supplements and foods in ways that make their blood thicker and more likely to clot and according to these health experts those clots can lead to serious events like strokes or heart attacks that’s why I’m here today asking you to listen closely in this video we’re going to cover five combinations that could be raising your risk without you knowing it these facts aren’t meant to scare you they’re meant to give you helpful knowledge you see most of these combinations sound harmless on their own a vitamin here a food choice there but when paired the wrong way doctors say they can create the perfect storm in your bloodstream the good news is once you know what to watch for you can make small changes that help protect your health in a big way so I urge you to stay with me until the end because you’ll learn how to notice these risky combos and what you can do instead to stay safe now let’s get started number one vitamin K supplements combined with leafy greens one clear example of a risky mix is taking vitamin K supplements if you also eat lots of leafy greens like spinach kale or collarded greens it can quietly raise your risk for dangerous blood clots vitamin K is good for your body it helps with bone strength and other needs but when you get too much of it especially from both supplements and food at the same time it can throw off the balance and make your blood clot more easily than normal what makes this tricky is that many people take vitamin K supplements because they’ve heard it helps with strong bones or age related issues at the same time they’re eating salads cooked greens and even smoothies filled with these same veggies thinking they’re making smart health choices but here’s the problem both the supplements and the greens are full of vitamin K and together they can make your blood thicker than it should be when your blood gets too thick it can lead to clots that block blood flow to your brain heart or lungs a man named Robert age 74 shared how he thought he was doing all the right things he took a daily vitamin K supplement after his neighbor suggested it and he proudly ate a large spinach salad every day for lunch but over time he started feeling strange he had tightness in his chest and struggled to breathe after light walks his doctor discovered that his blood was clotting too easily part of the reason was the mix of vitamin K sources he was using without knowing the risk doctors often say if you’re getting enough vitamin K from your food you may not need a supplement at all or at least you should talk to your doctor about the right amount and if you’re on blood thinners or have a history of clotting problems that talk is even more important managing vitamin K levels can make a big difference in keeping your blood flowing like it should the good news is by knowing how these combinations work together you can make better choices that support your health without extra risk paying attention to what you’re eating what supplements you use and how you feel daily is a strong way to protect yourself small changes like picking either the supplement or the greens instead of both can help you stay healthy without raising your clot risk and as always talking to your doctor can give you peace of mind and help you make the best choices for your body’s needs number two fish oil supplements with high vitamin E food another mix that may seem harmless but doctors warn can quietly change how your blood behaves is taking fish oil supplements while also eating a diet rich in vitamin E from foods like almonds sunflower seeds and hazelnuts both fish oil and vitamin E alone have health benefit fish oil is known for helping heart and brain health and vitamin E is praised for protecting cells and boosting the immune system but when you mix them in large amounts you may set yourself up for problems without even knowing it what happens is both fish oil and vitamin E can affect how your blood clots together they can change that balance in ways that might cause clots to form in unexpected places or at the wrong time a man named Clarence age 78 shared how he started taking fish oil capsules after his friend recommended them for better heart health at the same time he enjoyed a handful of mixed nuts everyday as a snack thinking it was a smart heart- friendly choice but after a few months he felt more tired noticed strange bruises on his arms and sometimes got dizzy when standing his doctor later explained that the mix of high fish oil intake and a diet rich in vitamin E was changing how his blood behaved making it more prone to odd clotting patterns that were causing these symptoms it’s important to know that while fish oil can help stop clots in some cases when mixed with lots of vitamin E the results aren’t always clear some older adults find their blood gets too thin while others have unbalanced clotting that leads to clots in the wrong place this is serious because these changes can happen slowly with few signs until something worse happens like a clot blocking a vessel in the brain or lungs the good news is fixing this is often as easy as making careful changes you might choose to get your omega-3s from food like salmon a few times a week instead of taking daily capsules or you might cut back a little on vitamin E rich snacks and of course talking to your doctor about your personal needs and risks can help you find the right balance for your body if you’re still watching and finding these tips helpful please comment number two below to let me know you’re still here and if you haven’t subscribed yet I suggest you subscribe and turn on the bell so you don’t miss new video your support helps us keep making helpful content to inform and inspire you now let’s continue number three calcium supplements with fortified orange juice another combo that many older adults turn to with good intentions but that can quietly raise clot risks is taking calcium supplements while also drinking calcium fortified orange juice both of these choices are often chosen with bone health in mind and that makes sense we all want to protect our bones as we get older but what can happen when you mix these two sources is that you end up getting more calcium than your body truly needs and over time that extra calcium can have unexpected effects on your blood vessels and clotting system what’s key to know is that calcium helps not just with bone strength but also with muscle function including the muscles in your blood vessels and in the clotting process itself when calcium levels in the body rise above what’s needed it can cause the blood to become thicker or cause calcium deposits to form in the arteries these deposits can create rough spots along the vessel walls where clots are more likely to develop a woman named Susan who is 76 shared that she took a daily calcium supplement as part of her morning routine and liked to drink a glass of fortified orange juice with her breakfast thinking she was giving her bones extra support over time she noticed some swelling in her legs and occasional tightness in her chest and after seeing her doctor she learned that the extra calcium was affecting her blood flow with a few easy changes she felt better and lowered her rate another thing to know is that the body can only absorb so much calcium at once when you get large doses all at once the extra doesn’t just go away it can circulate in your blood where it might add to the buildup we’re talking about and because this happens slowly it’s easy to miss until the effects show up as symptoms that are harder to ignore you might also find that this combination has other mild effects that can be early sign some people feel more tired or sluggish or they might have muscle cramps they didn’t have before others might notice small signs like rings feeling tighter or puffiness in their feet by the end of the day these signs can sometimes link to how extra calcium affects the body’s fluid balance and blood vessel health the good news is adjusting this combination is usually very easy it might mean picking either the supplement or the fortified juice or spacing them apart so you’re not getting a big dose of calcium all at once these small steps can do a lot to protect your blood vessel health and help you stay active and well watching how these choices work together and being open to small changes can be a great way to take care of your well-being number four iron supplements with red meat heavy diet one mix that many seniors don’t think much about but that can quietly raise blood clot risks is taking iron supplements while also eating a diet rich in red meat iron is needed to make healthy red blood cells and it helps carry oxygen through your body that’s why it’s often suggested when someone is low in iron or has anemia and red meat as you likely know is one of the best food sources of iron but what can happen when you get high amounts of iron from both supplements and meals is that your blood can get thicker over time this can increase the chance of clots forming where they shouldn’t the tricky thing about this combination is both parts seem like good choices a doctor may have suggested an iron pill after a blood test or maybe you added it on your own hoping to feel more energy meanwhile eating a nice steak or juicy burger now and then feels like a comforting meal but together these can quietly push your iron levels higher than your body really need and when that happens your blood can get more viscous meaning it doesn’t flow as well as it should and clots can form more easily in places like your legs lungs or even your brain a man named Harold who is 80 shared how he started taking an iron pill after feeling more tired and thought it might help he also enjoyed red meat a few times a week seeing it as part of a hearty meal after a few months he noticed more swelling in his legs and felt short of breath when climbing stairs his doctor found that his iron levels were higher than needed and changing his diet and supplements helped ease his symptoms and lower his story reminds us that even good choices can have unwanted effects if we don’t look at the full picture it’s also key to know that iron is something your body doesn’t get rid of easily when you take in more than needed it builds up over time and though iron overload doesn’t happen fast the slow rise can quietly change how your blood behaves this is worth noting if you have a family history of iron storage issues or have been on supplements for a while without checking your level another clue that this combination might be affecting you is noticing changes like more headaches joint pain or feeling tired even with enough rest you might also see signs like a reddish tint to your skin or more stomach upset while these symptoms have many causes they can also link to iron levels being higher than they should be loved ones might notice signs too maybe they mention you seem to be slowing down or that you’ve been rubbing your legs more often because they feel heavy these small signs can help remind you to think about how your food and supplements may be working together if you’re still watching and finding these tips helpful please comment number four below to let me know you’re here and if you haven’t subscribed yet I suggest you subscribe and turn on the bell so you don’t miss new videos your support helps us keep making helpful content to inform and inspire you now let’s continue number five multivitamins with high doses of B6 and energy drink one more combination that often goes unnoticed but that can quietly affect how your blood clots is taking a multivitamin with high amounts of vitamin B6 while also drinking energy drinks or fortified drinks that add even more B6 to your daily intake many older adults take multivitamins to help with nutritional gaps and that’s understandable and on the surface grabbing an energy drink that promises a little extra boost might seem harmless or even helpful especially on a day when you’re feeling a bit tired but together these can quietly create an imbalance that affects how your platelets behave the parts of your blood that help with clotting when you need it like after a cut or injury the thing about vitamin B6 is that in moderate amounts it plays a helpful role in brain health and in keeping nerves working like they should but when you keep taking in too much especially when it’s coming from both supplements and drinks you can start to see changes that aren’t so helpful a man named Arthur who is 79 shared that he started taking a multivitamin with extra B6 after seeing an ad that said it could help with energy at the same time he liked having an energy drink during the afternoon for a little pickme up over time he noticed that small cuts took longer to stop bleeding and he had more bruises that seemed to appear out of nowhere when he spoke with his doctor they found that his B6 levels were higher than needed and it was quietly affecting his blood’s clotting ability what’s important to know is that vitamin B6 affects more than just your energy levels or nerve health it plays a role in how your blood clots by influencing platelet activity when there’s too much B6 in your body your platelets can become more prone to clumping when they shouldn’t or they might not work well when you really need them either way this imbalance can increase your risk for clots forming where they can cause harm like in your lungs your legs or even your brain the good news is that it’s often simple to adj you might switch to a multivitamin with a lower B6 amount or you might skip the energy drinks and choose a glass of water or herbal tea instead and as always having that chat with your doctor can help you make the best choices for your health so you get the benefits you want without the hidden risks watching how your supplements and food choices work together and being willing to make small smart changes can do a lot to protect your health and help you feel your best each day final thoughts as we wrap up this video take a moment to think about the five combinations we covered today which one surprised you the most maybe you hadn’t thought about how mixing a vitamin supplement with certain foods or drinks could quietly change your blood in ways you didn’t mean to the good news is just being aware of these combinations gives you the power to make small changes that can help protect your health and bring peace of mind whether it’s adjusting a supplement rethinking a snack or talking with your doctor these steps can make a real difference in lowering the risk of harmful blood clots your body is always working to keep you safe and sometimes the choices we make with good intentions can cause problems we don’t notice right away that’s why it’s so key to look at the full picture of what you’re taking in each day from your meals and from your pill bottles and remember you’re not alone in your doctor your loved ones and your community are all here to help you stay healthy and strong we’d love to hear from you what’s one thing you learned today that you plan to use in your own life maybe you’re thinking about reviewing your supplement or looking closer at food whatever it is please leave a comment below and share your thoughts your ideas can inspire and support others who are watching this video too reading your comments gives us motivation and encouragement thank you for joining us today we’d love to hear from you leave a comment below and share one thing you learned today and how you plan to use it in your life your thoughts matter to us so don’t hesitate to share them reading your comments gives us motivation and encouragement if you enjoyed this video and found it helpful 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