British physician Amir Khan told the Mirror that the body absorbs vitamins differently throughout the day.
He explains that fat-soluble vitamins such as A, D, E and K should be taken with food.
The same applies to omega-3 supplements, as the body absorbs them better when consumed together with fat from a meal.
According to the NHS, adults should get 10 micrograms of vitamin D per day.
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Best taken in the evening
Some supplements are better suited for the evening.
Amir Khan points to magnesium, which can have a relaxing effect and is therefore often taken before bedtime.
The NHS recommends 300 milligrams of magnesium per day for men and 270 milligrams for women between the ages of 19 and 64.
Creatine is also mentioned as a supplement, but the timing is considered less important.
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Avoid coffee and tea
Amir Khan also discusses iron, which he believes should be taken on an empty stomach early in the morning.
At the same time, he warns against taking iron together with coffee or tea. According to the doctor, this can make it harder for the body to absorb iron.
Patient.info also states that vitamin C can help the body absorb iron more effectively. Therefore, a glass of orange juice may be beneficial when taking iron supplements.
Sources: Daily Mirror, NHS and Patient.info.
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