Office worker Mr. A takes supplements every day. One day, he forgot to take his supplement during work hours and took it just before going to bed, which made it particularly difficult for him to fall asleep. When he went to the pharmacy to buy painkillers and asked the pharmacist, he was told that "taking certain nutrients at night can cause insomnia."

There are specific times that are better to take supplements depending on their main nutrients. Taking vitamin B complex late at night may make it difficult to fall asleep. Vitamin B1 acts as a coenzyme necessary for burning carbohydrates and generating energy, while vitamin B2 functions as a catalyst to aid growth and cell regeneration. Vitamin B3 is used in the metabolism of carbohydrates, fatty acids, and alcohol, as well as in cellular respiration. Vitamin B6 is important for protein and body fat metabolism. Overall, because these vitamins have properties that activate metabolism, taking them at night may prevent the body from achieving restful sleep.

Vitamin B complex should be taken in the morning to maximize its effectiveness. This is because it facilitates hormone production and energy metabolism, helping you have an energetic day. It is known that taking it before meals increases absorption rates. However, if you have experienced gastrointestinal discomfort such as heartburn or nausea after taking vitamin B complex, it is better to take it after breakfast.

Vitamin C is similar to the B vitamins. It should be taken after breakfast. It has the effect of stimulating metabolism, so taking a high dose late in the afternoon may cause difficulty sleeping at night. Since it is acidic, taking it on an empty stomach may cause stomach upset, so be sure to take it after a meal.

How about probiotics that many people seek? It is best to take them on an empty stomach immediately after waking up. This is when stomach acid levels are at their lowest, increasing the survival rate of the probiotics. If you take them with water 30 minutes to an hour before breakfast, the effects of the probiotics will be even greater.

It is best to take Omega 3 before or around lunchtime. Since it is made from fish oil, taking it on an empty stomach may cause a fishy smell and nausea. Taking it with food reduces side effects such as heartburn and stomach discomfort, and increases absorption. Omega 3 is a healthy fat that improves heart health and helps lower blood triglyceride levels.

Iron should be taken one hour before a meal or two hours after a meal. Absorption is highest when taken on an empty stomach, and it decreases when taken with food. Iron is an essential nutrient for body growth and development, strengthening bones and preventing anemia.

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I am taking supplements in the morning and at lunchtime.

By the way, taking calcium supplements in the evening is correct, right?

Supplements taken for the sake of health anyway

It would be more effective if you take it according to the schedule.