When it comes to taking your daily dose of vitamin supplements, the best way to ensure you get the most out of them is to take them in the morning with a glass of water. If you don't like the taste of plain water, Shona suggests taking iron supplements with orange juice; vitamin C helps the body absorb the mineral more effectively. Although having a cup of coffee with your multivitamin isn't usually dangerous, it's important to remember that caffeine can interfere with the absorption of certain vitamins and minerals. Therefore, it's best to avoid drinking coffee when taking your vitamins.
Alcoholic beverages should also be avoided when taking vitamins. Alcohol acts as a diuretic, meaning it makes you go to the bathroom more often and can lead to dehydration. Although alcoholic beverages are mostly water, they are not enough to replace the water that is lost. Drinking alcohol can make you feel relaxed and good in the moment, but if you drink too much, it's inevitable that you'll wake up feeling really bad the next day.
To get the most out of your vitamins and minerals, it's best to take them with a glass of water or orange juice in the morning and avoid drinking coffee or alcohol at the same time.
