A DASH of spice can do wonders to a meal - whether it's sprinkled over your morning porridge or heaped into a hearty curry.

But three common spices could interfere with lifesaving medication and stop it from working, experts have warned.

A recent study by the University of Mississippi flagged cinnamon - a favourite for flavouring hot drinks, puddings and cakes - could make certain drugs less effective.

People with chronic health conditions like high blood pressure or diabetes were urged to "be cautious" when using the popular kitchen ingredient .

It's not the only spice that could pose a risk to patients.

Turmeric, which gives curries and soups a bright yellow colour and a peppery taste, can affect how drugs like antidepressants and antibiotics are metabolised.

And ginger

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