Youssef Ghobrial, MD

Medical Reviewer Member of the SingleCare Medical Board

Youssef Ghobrial, MD, graduated from Saba University School of Medicine and completed his Internal Medicine residency at Eisenhower Medical Center in California. With a fourth-year chief position under his belt, he is currently undertaking a Gastroenterology fellowship at the HCA Health and Sunrise Health Consortium in Las Vegas. Dr. Ghobrial is dedicated to providing compassionate care and staying abreast of medical advancements.

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A person with chips, wine, and a burger in front of them | foods to avoid while taking Entresto

Entresto food interactions

Some foods don’t pair well with this heart medication. Learn what to steer clear of, and what you can safely enjoy.

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Zepbound and headaches

Learn why this uncommon side effect occurs, and what to do to alleviate your pain

A woman stretching | Can you lose weight on Mounjaro without exercise?

Do you need to exercise on Mounjaro?

Experts advise physical activity and a balanced diet alongside treatment with this medication

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Over-the-counter ear infection medicines: What works and what to...

Explore which over-the-counter ear infection medicines can relieve pain or symptoms—and when you may still need a prescription.

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Ozempic and exercise

Learn how to craft a workout routine that maximizes results while minimizing your risk of side effects

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Zepbound interactions to avoid

Combining Zepbound with oral contraceptives or diabetic drugs could lead to serious side effects.

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Can you eat normally on MiraLax?

Some foods can make this constipation-relieving medication less effective

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Glipizide food interactions

Staying away from certain things, such as alcohol, simple carbs, and sugary drinks, is important on this Rx

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How fast does Linzess work?

It improves some symptoms within a week, while others will take four to twelve weeks for full relief

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Can I drink coffee with omeprazole?

If you’re prone to acid reflux, this timing will minimize the risk of discomfort

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Rybelsus foods to avoid

Certain foods—like high-sugar and high-fat foods and alcohol—can make the medication less effective

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Can you take Linzess with coffee?

It’s safe to drink caffeine with this IBS medication, but there are some side effects to note

Two injection pens | Switching from Trulicity to Ozempic

Switch from Trulicity to Ozempic

For some, quitting Trulicity to start Ozempic could improve blood sugar control and increase weight loss

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Metformin and liver health: Risks, benefits, and safety

Metformin changes liver function but is usually safe. Explore its rare risks, plus its benefits for fatty liver disease, hepatitis C, and more.

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6 foods high in CoQ10

Where to get more of this important antioxidant without taking another supplement

A plate of food and a pill | why take famotidine at night

When to take famotidine

It depends! Most people take it before breakfast or before bed.

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Health Education

Can stress cause anemia?

Stress alone doesn’t cause anemia, but it can raise your risk

An Rx pill bottle inside of a heart drawing: Is it safe to stop blood thinners before surgery?

Is it safe to stop blood thinners before surgery?

Doctors typically require patients to stop taking blood thinners at least 24 hours before surgery

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Foods to avoid on hydrochlorothiazide

Certain things can affect the efficacy of this medication or make hypertension worse

A thermometer and a sandwich | can you get a fever from food poisoning

Health Education

Can food poisoning cause fever?

It’s a fairly common symptom, especially with bacterial and viral infections

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5 foods to avoid on lamotrigine

Sugary foods, certain artificial sweeteners, and more can make symptoms of epilepsy or bipolar worse

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Health Education

Do sinus infections cause fever?

It’s possible, but fever isn’t one of the most common symptoms

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Do probiotics make you poop?

Here’s what to expect in changes to your gut microbiome when starting digestive supplements

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The best Wegovy diet

Avoiding foods that are high in saturated fats and refined carbohydrates is key

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Is ibuprofen safe on an empty stomach?

If you’re taking this pain reliever, here’s how you can minimize the risks of gastrointestinal side effects