Recently, the recall of health products containing red yeast by Japanese pharmaceutical company Kobayashi Pharmaceuticals has attracted widespread attention. As of now, the number of deaths among consumers who have taken the company's health products containing red yeast has increased to 4, and the number of hospitalizations has reached 106. On the evening of March 27, Kobayashi Pharmaceutical (China) Co., Ltd. issued a statement saying that none of the three products involved in this independent recall were listed on the Chinese Mainland market. If Chinese consumers purchase related products through overseas cross-border platforms, physical stores, and other channels, Xiaolin Pharmaceutical will provide assistance in product recycling. Nowadays, health care has become a daily necessity for many consumers, and health-related nutritional supplements are emerging one after another. This incident once again pushed health products to the forefront. Can health products be eaten freely? Let's take a look together, take health supplements and be more relaxed! Although both health products and drugs aim to serve health, their attributes are completely different. Health products should not be used to treat any diseases, and should be consumed rationally and safely. Not taking health supplements in moderation according to personal circumstances can increase nutrient intake or reduce the risk of certain diseases, but it is not necessarily beneficial. Dietary supplements, if taken in excess of the recommended daily intake and for a long period of time, may be harmful to health. For example, many people choose to take vitamin C effervescent tablets to enhance their immunity, but excessive use can lead to adverse reactions such as diarrhea and gastrointestinal disorders. Be aware that health products may also interact with other medications being taken, posing certain risks. Although many health products claim their ingredients to be "natural," it does not necessarily mean they are "absolutely safe.". Although purchasing does not require a doctor's prescription, it is still recommended to consult a doctor before taking if it is appropriate. At the same time, it is necessary to choose legitimate platforms to purchase qualified products to prevent counterfeit and inferior products from harming oneself. Safety knowledge, "medicine" knows! Not only should health products not be taken casually, but medication should also be taken safely. Don't underestimate the importance of taking medicine. If used indiscriminately, even the most effective medicine can turn into a deadly poison. These safe medication knowledge must be known ↓ Misconception 1: Not following medical advice, using medication based on experience or hearsay, stopping medication on one's own, superstitious folk remedies, etc., will increase the risk of medication safety. Once sick, the first thing to do is to go to a formal medical institution for consultation and receive targeted treatment. In addition, antibiotics, antipyretics, analgesics, hypoglycemic drugs, sleeping pills, and other medications should not be taken together with alcohol. Misconception 2: Developing a habit of reading instructions before taking medication, paying attention to precautions and adverse reactions when taking medication, especially antibacterial and steroid drugs. The drug packaging and instructions should be well preserved, and the information on the packaging is not only easy to access during use, but also to avoid accidental ingestion of expired drugs. Misconception 3: Special populations do not pay attention to medication for pregnant women: Some drugs may cause harm to pregnant women and fetuses, and drug instructions will specifically remind them. Elderly people: Elderly patients are in a state of decline in various functions, and are prone to forgetting the timing of medication and confusing medication. It is even more important to pay attention before taking medication. Children: In addition to following medical advice, children also need to prevent accidental ingestion of medication. When children take medication, do not take it for convenience