Tag: Diet after transplant

According to numerous transplant and medical centers, patients taking immunosuppressant drugs must avoid pomegranate due to its potential to cause severe medication interactions. This powerful fruit can significantly alter the concentration of anti-rejection medications in the blood, posing a serious risk to the transplanted organ. It is not a matter of a small amount; even moderate consumption can have dangerous consequences for transplant patients having pomegranate.

Recent studies suggest that coffee consumption is associated with increased long-term survival for liver transplant recipients, particularly for those with prior alcoholic liver disease or primary sclerosing cholangitis. This growing body of evidence highlights the importance of understanding the role of coffee in post-transplant recovery and overall liver health.