How do I optimize bio-availability and absorption of nutritional supplements? [(figure I'll cross-post this at ImmInst, but you guys are rather sharp so couldn't hurt to break in the new MetaFilter account :)] Question regarding bioavailability and absorption of supplements across a multi-factor spread [more inside]
posted by jerwilkins on Nov 15, 2009 - 10 answers

The vitamin/ supplement aisle of Whole Foods scares the hell out of me, I'd like some advice please! [more inside]
posted by Ponderance on Jul 6, 2009 - 29 answers

How long do I need to wait after weaning off of my antidepressants before I can start taking vitamins/supplements for depression? [more inside]
posted by gursky on Jun 19, 2009 - 8 answers

How do you fix a stomach blitzed by antibiotics? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Apr 6, 2009 - 10 answers

Niacin as an anxiety/depression treatment? [more inside]
posted by faeuboulanger on Mar 22, 2009 - 13 answers

Lately I find myself using 5 hour energy product even when I'm not drowsy as it sees to significantly improve my ability to focus and socialize. Are there dietary supplements available that will give me the same effect in a more reliable manner? Is this safe? Will my body build a resistance to it? [more inside]
posted by Niomi on Dec 31, 2008 - 14 answers

Will drinking 4 cups a day of green tea, and taking calcium supplements with it give me kidney stones? From what I understand, most kidney stones are caused by oxalate (some in green tea) and calcium combining. But there is much confusion on the nets on this topic.
posted by parallax7d on Nov 11, 2008 - 8 answers

Where do "health" supplement companies get their ingredients from? [more inside]
posted by wolfkult on Oct 30, 2008 - 2 answers

I bought a bottle of creatine powder and I want to know how to use it properly. I'd like to hear your advice/experiences. [more inside]
posted by Who_Am_I on Aug 8, 2008 - 7 answers

Recommendations for a Vitamin B-Complex supplement that won't make me want to vomit? [more inside]
posted by granted on Jul 28, 2008 - 12 answers

CatFilter: What is the absolutely best vitamin/mineral/enzyme supplement available for cats? [more inside]
posted by watercarrier on Jul 20, 2008 - 6 answers

I take tablets of digestive enzymes daily. Am I wasting my time and money? [more inside]
posted by Tarn on May 27, 2008 - 12 answers

After years of junk food, weight gain and not caring about my health, I'm trying to start living healthier. Can anyone suggest some good supplements. I really just want to have energy, be healthy and feel good. Below are my stats and a few of my ailments. [more inside]
posted by sidartha on Apr 3, 2008 - 32 answers

Are there any supplements or foods that are healthy for ears? Not the outer flappy cartilage part, the inner workings part.
posted by parallax7d on Feb 21, 2008 - 4 answers

I'm new to workout supplements and need some advice on how/when to take Creatine, Protein, and H-blocker(carnosine). [more inside]
posted by TheDude on Feb 12, 2008 - 7 answers

What protein powders I should use for my morning smoothies? [more inside]
posted by LouMac on Jan 4, 2008 - 24 answers

What the best formula for Calcium supplements? [more inside]
posted by otherwordlyglow on Dec 13, 2007 - 6 answers

just got some amalgam tooth fillings removed, do I really need the (homeopathic) selenium and zinc my dentist prescribed to get the mercury out of my system? [more inside]
posted by meijusa on Oct 9, 2007 - 16 answers

With a recent diagnosis of mild colitis, I am pursuing some alternative treatments. One of these is a supplement called Germinated Barley Foodstuff, but I have been unable to find it for purchase after extensive google searches. Any MeFi expertise out there?
posted by bluesky43 on Sep 21, 2007 - 10 answers

Ingestible supplements for long distance running that are safe, effective, and not intrinsically disgusting? [more inside]
posted by IndigoJones on Sep 10, 2007 - 26 answers

How do I start a vitamin regimen besides a one-a-day? [more inside]
posted by yakuza on Jul 29, 2007 - 9 answers

PMSfilter: Help me get off the emotional rollercoaster! [more inside]
posted by christinetheslp on Feb 19, 2007 - 25 answers

I've started to take Fish Oil pills and wonder about the prescribed guidelines. The directions say to take one pill three times a day (they are 1000mg's each BTW). It would be far more easy for me to take three at a time. Will I do any harm or will my body not be able to absorb all the goodness if I take them at once?
posted by mmascolino on Nov 5, 2006 - 19 answers

What is NADH, does it work, is it safe to use? [more inside]
posted by youthenrage on Jul 12, 2006 - 19 answers

How do I obtain non-prescription drugs/supplements that are unavailable in Spain? (e.g. Melatonin, Vicks Vaporub). [more inside]
posted by Sharcho on Jul 4, 2006 - 6 answers

What are the best supplements to take to make it to that "next level" of muscle-mass gain? [more inside]
posted by antifuse on Mar 21, 2006 - 23 answers

International ordering via a US website, technical problems ordering supplements for an Autistic child. Should I give up? Can you recommend alternatives? [more inside]
posted by Wilder on Mar 21, 2006 - 3 answers

Why do supplements with potassium often contain relatively low amounts of potassium? A common per-capsule dosage is 99mg, which is only 3% of the USRDA. Multi-minerals often contain impressive doses of other mins, but not of K.
posted by O Blitiri on Nov 4, 2005 - 12 answers

What is the minimum amount of food intake you could live on healthily? [more inside]
posted by viama on Oct 9, 2005 - 13 answers

What are the best sources of naturally occurring steroids which would aid the development of muscle mass? What sort of intake would be required, eg dosage size, frequency, timing before workouts, etc to make them effective? [more inside]
posted by porktrap on Sep 11, 2005 - 5 answers

I am taking a difficult test Monday morning and it is very important that I pass. I'm pretty much prepared, and I'll be cramming all weekend, but I'd like to know if any of you kind souls have had any tangible good results in memory enhancing supplements such as Ginseng, Ginkgo biloba, or Gotu kola. If so what seemed to bring the best results? Also are there any types of foods or eating habits that have a positive effect on memory and testing performance? Will anything help on such a short notice?
posted by sublivious on Apr 30, 2005 - 17 answers

Followup question: Recommend some good protein (and other nutritional) supplements to compliment my weight-training. [more inside] [more inside]
posted by Gyan on Jun 25, 2004 - 11 answers

I have started to lift weights recently, and I was thinking about taking creatine supplements. Has anyone here used creatine? How has it worked for you? Any recommended method or particular brand?
posted by Quartermass on Jan 19, 2004 - 6 answers