Preggo gummies + morning coffee? Any interactions?
Hey all! I just started taking prenatal gummies (the one with DHA) and I can't function without my morning coffee. Is it okay to take them together? I've read somewhere that caffeine can mess with absorption of some vitamins. Anyone know?
I'm no doc, but I've been taking prenatal gummies for a few months now. I usually have my coffee first, then wait about an hour before taking the gummy. Not sure if that helps, but I've had no issues. My OB said it's fine as long as you don't overdo caffeine (like 200mg limit).
Wait, you guys are taking prenatal gummies and coffee? I thought caffeine was a no-go during pregnancy. But if you're just taking the gummies for hair/nails, then probably fine. Anyway, I've heard that vitamin C (often in those gummies) can increase iron absorption, but coffee might reduce it. So maybe take them at different times?
Thanks for the input! I'm not pregnant actually, just taking them for the extra nutrients. I'll try the hour gap and see how it goes. Better safe than sorry, right?
Yeah, hour gap is a good compromise. Also, I've read that the gummies are more effective if taken with a meal, so maybe have breakfast with coffee and then gummy after? Just a thought. Good luck!