- Dr. Allison Wills
WHEN TO TAKE YOUR SUPPLEMENTS
AMINO ACIDS
Examples: Glutamine, N- Acetyl Cysteine (NAC), Tyrosine, Taurine, Glycine, etc.
When to take: On an empty stomach (30 minutes before or 1 hour after meals).
VITAMINS A, D, E, and K
These vitamins are fat soluble, meaning they need to be taken with fat to be absorbed.
When to take: Take with food.
SELENIUM
Selenium absorption can be enhanced by taking it with Vitamin E and fat.
When to take: Take with food.
IRON
When to take: Take on an empty stomach. Increase absorption by taking with Vitamin C.
Take at least 2 hours away from zinc and calcium for maximal absorption.
ZINC
Can cause stomach upset, if this occurs, take with a meal.
Take at least 2 hours away from iron and calcium for maximal absorption.
MAGNESIUM
When to take: Before bed to promote relaxation. Magnesium Glycinate is my favorite form.
PROBIOTICS
When to take: At bedtime
*Always take your supplements as recommended by your health care provider, based on your individual health needs.
*Some supplements may interact with prescription medications. Please consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have any concerns.

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