Coumadin (warfarin) Frequently Asked Questions

How much Vitamin K is in acai berries?
How much Vitamin K is in almonds?
How much Vitamin K is in almond milk?
How much Vitamin K is in apricots?
How much Vitamin K is in aronia juice or acerola juice?
How much Vitamin K is in avocados?
How much Vitamin K is in roasted or pickled beets?
How much Vitamin K is in blueberries?
Is there more Vitamin K in raw blueberries than cooked
blueberries?

How much Vitamin K is in cherry tomatoes?
How much Vitamin K is in edamame (soybeans)?
How much Vitamin K is in eggs?
How much Vitamin K is in flaxseed oil?
How much Vitamin K is in Fresca, Sprite, or other sodas?
How much Vitamin K is in green, red, yellow and orange peppers?
How much Vitamin K is in green pickled tomatoes?
How much Vitamin K is in iceberg lettuce?
How much Vitamin K is in jalapeno peppers?
How much Vitamin K is in kiwi fruit?
How much Vitamin K is in liver?
How much Vitamin K is in Mrs. Dash?
How much Vitamin K is in mung beans?
How much Vitamin K is in my salad?
How much Vitamin K is in nori, the seaweed used to wrap sushi?
How much Vitamin K is in green, red, yellow and orange peppers?
How much Vitamin K is in paprika, chili powder, salsa, cinnamon, and nutmeg?
How much Vitamin K is in pomegranates?
How much Vitamin K is in quinoa?
How much Vitamin K is in raspberries?
How much Vitamin K is in rhubarb?
How much Vitamin K is in Spring Mix salad mix?
How much Vitamin K is in stevia?
How much Vitamin K is in V8 Juice?
How much Vitamin K is in yellow and green zucchini?
How much Vitamin K is in zucchini?
Do I need to peel zucchini?
Why do lists of foods containing Vitamin K list foods cooked with salt and again without salt?
Thanks for your lists of foods containing Vitamin K!
What daily allowance of Vitamin K will not affect the Coumadin (warfarin) I take?
How can I calculate the amount of Vitamin K in foods?
Which is more important: the amount of Vitamin K in your diet or whether it is consistent?

Foods and Coumadin (warfarin)

Alcohol

Will non-alcoholic beer affect your Coumadin dose?
Does alcohol interact with Coumadin?

Coffee / Tea

Can I drink coffee while on Coumadin (warfarin), or should I switch to tea?
Should I avoid caffeinated coffee on Coumadin (warfarin)?
Is regular tea, iced or hot, contraindicated while taking Coumadin?

Garlic

Will eating garlic and ginger in a stir-fry affect my Coumadin (warfarin)?
Is it okay to cook with garlic while on Coumadin (warfarin)?
Does eating garlic counteract eating high amounts of Vitamin K?
Is it okay to cook with garlic while on Coumadin (warfarin)?
Will eating garlic affect my Coumadin (warfarin) or make me bleed?

Vinegar

Is it safe for me to take apple cider vinegar to help me lose weight while I am on Coumadin (warfarin)?
Will apple cider vinegar help my acid reflux while I am on Coumadin (warfarin)?
I’ve heard that apple cider will help you lose weight. Will apple cider interact with the warfarin I’m on?
Will apple cider vinegar help my acid reflux while I am on Coumadin (warfarin)?

Fruits / Juices

Are juicers a good idea for those on Coumadin (warfarin)?
Can you eat green pickled tomatoes if you are on Coumadin (warfarin)?
Does grapefruit really interact with medications? (See also….)
Should you avoid cranberry juice on Coumadin (warfarin)? Updated information!
Is there a Vitamin K difference between hot-house and home-grown tomatoes?
Does papaya have a blood-thinning effect?

Other Food Questions

Is it ok to eat tuna and salmon sashimi when you are on Coumadin (warfarin)?

Where does all the sodium come from in your Hummus recipe for Coumadin patients?
Should Coumadin (warfarin) users avoid MSG?
Does chocolate interact with Coumadin (warfarin)?
Is my husband’s Coumadin dosage stable because he eats a big salad every day?
I am on Coumadin. Can I eat these foods from Starbuck’s or these vegetarian items?
Are almonds a good snack for those on Coumadin?
I can’t have broccoli or cauliflower because of its high Vitamin K levels – why is it in your recipes?
Does salt increase INR levels?
Can those on Coumadin (warfarin) eat eggs or Eggbeaters?
Can I cook with parsley while on Coumadin?
Are peanuts affecting my Coumadin?
Are there foods that interact with Coumadin even though they are low in Vitamin K?
Does freezing “kill” the Vitamin K in foods?
Can a person on Coumadin (warfarin) eat black eyed peas?
Can foods low in Vitamin K still affect my INR levels?
Why should people on Coumadin avoid your Eggs Benedict recipe?
Does cooking or pickling reduce the amount of Vitamin K in cabbage?
Should I avoid lettuce while on Coumadin?
Does soy interrupt the effectiveness of Coumadin?
I’m on warfarin and my levels fluctuate heavily. Is it because I eat green apples?
Why do Vitamin K levels vary in the same foods?
Should I peel zucchini?

Specific Conditions, Weight, and Coumadin (warfarin)

How to eat for thyroid, cholesterol and Coumadin?
I need menus for my father who is diabetic and on Coumadin (warfarin).
Will apple cider vinegar help my acid reflux while I am on Coumadin (warfarin)?
Is it safe to take Acai Advance with Coumadin (warfarin)?
How can my husband lose the weight he’s gained since starting Coumadin (warfarin)?
Can you still smoke while taking Coumadin (warfarin)?
What can you eat if you have gout and diabetes and are on Coumadin (warfarin)?
I have burning mouth syndrome. Will Vitamin B help?
If I’m on Coumadin, can I use Green Tea for weight loss?
How many micrograms of Vitamin K can I have in one day?
Are there supplements you can take to help reduce your dose of Coumadin®?
Can you wean down your dose of Coumadin®?
Does Coumadin cause fatigue?

Does Coumadin (warfarin) cause weight gain?
Does Coumadin (warfarin) affect your metabolism and cause weight gain?
Is there a low-sodium diet plan for those on Coumadin?
Resources for renal/diabetic patients on Coumadin?
My husband has gout, GERD, and is on Coumadin. What can I cook for him?
Is this gum pain related to taking Coumadin?
I have heart disease and I’m on Coumadin.
I am a diabetic on Coumadin. Can you help me with diet?
My husband is a diabetic on Coumadin. How can I help him eat healthy?

Menus and Recipes for Coumadin (warfarin) users

How to eat for thyroid, cholesterol and Coumadin?
Should Coumadin (warfarin) users avoid MSG?
I need menus for my father who is diabetic and on Coumadin (warfarin).
Can I substitute white onion for green onion to make a recipe Coumadin safe?
Which of your recipes can I make ahead and freeze for later use?
Can I substitute canned tomatoes for fresh on the Coumadin (warfarin) diet?
How can I make the Potato and Three Onion Gratin recipe safe for Coumadin users?
Could you post a recipe guide for people on Coumadin® (warfarin)?
Can you suggest specific menus for those on warfarin?
Isn’t there a specific diet my mother should be following to make sure that her Coumadin is working correctly?
My husband has gout, GERD, and is on Coumadin. What
can I cook
for him?
My husband is a diabetic on Coumadin. How can I help him eat healthy?

After Coumadin (warfarin)

How should I eat after a six
month treatment with Coumadin (warfarin) is finished
?