Do you drink coffee, be careful with these supplements

People who take B, C, Vitamin D, and Iron supplements can be particularly vulnerable if they consume these pills with coffee. The expert recommends taking your supplements with plain water and waiting at least 30 minutes before drinking caffeine.

« Caffeine can cause the body to lose essential minerals such as magnesium and potassium, which are important for fluid balance, heart function and energy level. Adding electrolytes to water is an effective way to rebuild these levels, » she said, according to Brystic media Express.

Iron is one of the essential nutrients that the body is prevented from absorbing when you have caffeine in your system. Therefore, the expert recommends avoiding coffee or tea for several hours before and after ingestion of iron supplements if you want to be sure to get the optimal benefit out of it.

Caffeine also disturbs the body’s ability to handle important vitamin D supplements. The expert therefore notes that you also have to be careful about this.

« Caffeine can reduce the body’s ability to effectively absorb and utilize vitamin D as caffeine interferes with the receptors that help the body use vitamin D, » she says.

She highlights the interaction between coffee and vitamin D.

« Since vitamin D is important for strong bones, a healthy immune system and good sleep, it is important to wait at least 30 minutes before or after the coffee before taking your vitamin D supplement, » it also reads.

The disturbance does not stop here – also the absorption of vitamins B and C can be affected. Therefore, it is a good idea to be careful with the intake of it.

« Because caffeine increases urine production, it can flush out these nutrients before the body reaches them. Adjusting the time of your supplements can improve their efficiency, » the expert says.

She generally recommends reducing the intake of caffeine if you take supplements as the two can counteract each other. She points to alternative solutions that can reduce the need for daily caffeine boost: to optimize sleep habits for better night’s sleep and thus wake up more rested.

« Supplements to support sleep and essential oils can be an effective way to relax after a busy day and improve sleep quality, » she says.

« Products with lavender or bergamot can help soothe the mind and body and make it easier to fall asleep and stay asleep. By improving your sleep, you can reduce the need for caffeine in the morning and wake up fresh and energetic – ready to start the day without having to resort to coffee. »