One of your patients is undergoing MAO inhibitor therapy. You have been asked to explain to the patient the dietary restrictions concerning tyramine. The patient does not know what foods should be avoided. You list the foods to avoid as:
A. coffee, chocolate, and cookies.
B. beer, wine, herring, and certain cheeses.
C. oatmeal, cornflakes, and noodles.
D. skim milk, cottage cheese, and fresh apples.
Answer: B
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