“Vitamin Roulette: What Not to Mix Unless You Fancy a Gut Carnival”
By Roxy Delacroix – Digital Media USA
Listen up, my island kin and city slickers! Just because the bottle says “vitamin” doesn’t mean you should toss them back like shots at a beach bar. Some of these combos are more volatile than Auntie Mavis at a dominoes game.
1. Iron and Calcium: The Frenemies of the Supplement World
Iron and calcium together? That’s like mixing rum with milk—just don’t. Calcium blocks iron absorption faster than a nosy neighbor blocks your driveway. If you’re low on both, space them out like your exes at a family reunion.
2. Iron and Zinc: Competing Like Cousins at a Dance-Off
Taking iron and zinc simultaneously is a no-go. They compete for absorption like two divas for the spotlight. Give them their own time to shine, or risk neither working properly.
3. Copper and Zinc: The Love Triangle You Didn’t Ask For
High doses of zinc can mess with your copper levels, leading to deficiencies. It’s like inviting two exes to the same party—someone’s bound to get ignored.
4. Calcium and Magnesium: The Overeager Duo
While both are essential, taking them together can cause a traffic jam in your gut. Space them out to keep things moving smoothly, if you catch my drift.
5. Vitamin B12 and Vitamin C: The Clash of the Titans
High doses of vitamin C can reduce B12 absorption. It’s like pouring hot sauce on ice cream—each is great alone, but together? Not so much.
Bottom Line: Supplements can be beneficial, but mixing them without knowledge is like cooking without a recipe—risky and potentially messy. Consult with a healthcare professional before starting any new supplement regimen.
Roxy Delacroix is a Saint Lucian-born, Brooklyn-raised journalist known for her unapologetic takes on health and wellness. When she’s not writing, she’s probably dancing to soca in her kitchen or schooling folks on the importance of self-care.
