The Best Time of the Day to Take Vitamins




Dr. Berg’s Healthy Keto and Intermittent Fasting Podcast show

Summary: <p>Today we’re going to talk about the best time of day to take vitamins. These results can vary from person to person, so overall, you’ll have to test things out and see what works best for you and your schedule. You’ll still notice plenty of benefits however you choose to take your vitamins.</p> <p><br></p> <p>There are two types of vitamins: water-soluble vitamins and fat-soluble vitamins. Fat-soluble vitamins can be absorbed better if taken with fat or before a meal. But, if you’re fasting, you can take vitamins whenever. </p> <p><br></p> <p>Cod liver oil:</p> <p>Cod liver oil is a great source of fat-soluble vitamins, and you can consume cod liver oil anytime. However, it may be best not to take it right before bed. </p> <p><br></p> <p>Vitamin E:</p> <p>Vitamin E should be taken in the form of tocotrienols and is great to take with meals. </p> <p><br></p> <p>Phytonutrients:</p> <p>Many phytonutrients are fat soluble, and this is why it’s great to have olive oil on your salad because it will help extract more phytonutrients. Take phytonutrient supplements and wheatgrass juice with a meal for better extraction. </p> <p><br></p> <p>Betaine hydrochloride: </p> <p>Betaine hydrochloride should be taken right before a meal.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Digestive enzymes: </p> <p>Digestive enzymes should be taken before a meal.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Bile salts or products with bile: </p> <p>Bile salts can be better taken right after a meal. </p> <p><br></p> <p>What to take on an empty stomach: </p> <p> • TUDCA </p> <p> • Activated charcoal </p> <p> • Bentonite clay </p> <p> • Individual amino acids </p> <p> • Trace minerals </p> <p><br></p> <p>What to take before bed:</p> <p> • Calcium </p> <p> • Magnesium</p> <p> • Probiotics </p> <p> • Vitamin D3</p> <p> • Vitamin B1</p> <p> • Detox herbs </p> <p> • Apple cider vinegar </p> <p><br></p> <p>What to take in the morning </p> <p> • Electrolyte powder </p> <p> • Vitamin B12 </p> <p> • Stimulatory herbs </p>