Advice on Vitamins, Minerals and Other Supplements:

Advice on Vitamins, Minerals and Other Supplements:

  • When buying omega-3 fish oil, especially the EPA and DHA ratio should be checked. The minimum value is EPA 180, DHA 120 mg per 1000 mg fish oil capsule; Omega-3 should be in the triglyceride form of fish oil. Triglyceride Omega-3 fish oil is in the same form as the oil found in natural fish oils from the sea and the ocean, and this is the most suitable form for human digestion, it does not cause stomach problems and is non-acidic even if taken on an empty stomach. It is easy to break down and digest with pancreatic enzymes. Ethyl trace omega-3 fish oil, on the other hand, is not in the same form as omega-3 fish oil naturally found in fish in the seas and oceans. May cause stomach sensitivity if taken on an empty stomach. It is difficult to break down and digest with pancreatic enzymes.Ethyl trace form omega-3 fish oil has an acidic form, which can be harmful to health. Ethyl ester form omega-3 fish oil was used in foam cup deception tests on omega-3 fish oil. It is the ethyl ester form of omega-3 fish oil, which is the acidic structure of the polyurethane foam glass that allows the glass to be divided into two. Ethyl ester omega-3 fish oil for polyurethane foam cups is in solvent structure.
  • Food supplements containing calcium and iron should not be taken together at the same meal. Calcium mineral impairs its effect by reducing the absorption of iron mineral.
  • If possible, it is more beneficial to take iron on an empty stomach with fruit juices rich in vitamin C such as orange, tangerine and lemon. Iron must be taken together with vitamin C for better absorption.
  • Nutritional supplements such as multivitamins and minerals should be taken between meals or after meals on a full stomach.Because while some vitamins and compounds dissolve in fat, some mineral supplements can cause discomfort on an empty stomach.
  • It is more beneficial to take the calcium supplement at different meals of the day in doses not exceeding 500 mg. It is most ideal to take it in divided doses of 500-2000 mg according to the daily need.Adequate absorption cannot be achieved from high-dose calcium mineral taken at once.When the carbonate form of the calcium mineral is taken on an empty stomach, a high level of absorption is achieved, while the citrate form of the calcium is taken on an empty stomach at the same level.
  • While those who use calcium mineral are absorbed at a very high level, the same level of absorption is provided when the citrate form of calcium is taken on an empty stomach.
  • Those who use calcium mineral should not use zinc supplements at very high mg. The use of high doses of zinc leads to a decrease in calcium absorption.
  • You can take B group vitamins and vitamin C supplements on an empty or full stomach. However, fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E and K must be taken on a full stomach in order for them to be effective.
  • The combined intake of vitamin C and vitamin B12 can cause excessive increases in the amount of vitamin B12. Vitamin C increases the absorption of vitamin B12, causing it to rise. If you have vitamin C or vitamin B12 deficiency, it is more appropriate to take it together with vitamin C.
  • When omega-3 fish oil is taken on an empty stomach, it may cause discomfort in people with sensitive stomachs. Therefore, it should be taken after meals.
  • DRCaps capsules, which are resistant to stomach acid, of probiotics, enteric ones ,are usually taken on an empty stomach, while those that are not resistant to stomach acid, should be taken after meals and  the presence of prebiotics should also be paid attention to.
  • If magnesium mineral is taken before sleep at night, it helps you relax by relaxing your muscles. This effect is due to its stress-relieving properties. Magnesium is also called the anti-stress mineral.In stressful situations, the amount of magnesium in your body decreases, your muscle tension increases and your sleep quality deteriorates.
  • The most important point to be considered in the use of amino acid supplements prepared for a specific purpose  such as L-carnitine, L-arginine, L-Tryptophan is that they should be taken with water or liquid on an empty stomach 30-45 minutes before meals. It should not be taken with protein-containing solid or liquid nutrients.Mixtures containing more than one amino acid should also not be taken on an empty stomach.
  • High-dose magnesium intake reduces the absorption of iron mineral. Vitamin C can be taken as an additional supplement in people with extremely low iron mineral.