Posted by slinky on July 2, 2003, at 4:24:32
In reply to Re: supplements causing hot flashes/ allergic reaction, posted by medlib on June 29, 2003, at 13:30:41
> Hi slinky aka dreamer--
>
> I'm delighted to hear that your supplements seem to be helping some; it sounds like they just need some fine tuning. A few thoughts:
> --I agree with others re the "niacin flush". Some people even get a flush from niacinamide. Niacin is available in timed-release form; it's just more expensive.
> --If you're taking a Vit B complex tab, look on the ingredient list and you'll see niacin; it's a B vitamin. Taking niacin (or niacinamide) a few hours earlier or later than your Vit B complex should help some. I find that taking an extra B complex in the afternoon gives me a little extra energy at a time when I normally tire.
> --You might also check ingredients on your Vit C bottle; some Vit C is derived from nicotinic ascorbate, which may be exacerbating your problem.
> --Calcium supplementation without Vit D is money wasted; Vit D is the "carrier" enzyme that transports calcium from the gut to the blood stream. Calcium is *much* better absorbed in the form of calcium citrate than the cheaper calcium carbonate (CitraCal is a good source).
> --To answer your question about "storage soup": Vitamins B and C are water soluble--you can take as much as you want without harm; taking more than you need just produces expensive urine. Vitamins A, D, E and K are fat soluble and can build up in the body. I've never heard of a toxic Vit E overload, but it's probably best to limit daily intake of Vit D to 600 IU and Vit A to 25K IU.
> --Ginkgo biloba helps reduce side effects of many psych meds (most SSRIs), but it can interact adversely with others (trazodone, for example). It would be a good idea to find out if it plays well with the specific rx meds you're on.
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> It's never easy, is it? Don't know if I've ever told you how much I've enjoyed your artwork and posts over the years on Babble. No one here deserves a break more than you do.---medlibthanks for the info..
Lately, I'm too tired to post..but I've kept the info and will tinker with dosages. Thanks for liking my stuff :-)
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