Can I take Vitamin C and Vitamin D together?

Por que isso acontece

These vitamins use different pathways for absorption and metabolism. Vitamin C is water-soluble and Vitamin D is fat-soluble, meaning they do not compete for the same transport systems in the body.

It is safe to take these two vitamins together. For the best absorption of Vitamin D, it is recommended to take it with a meal that contains some fat (such as yoghurt, eggs, or avocado).

Kidney stones (renal calculi)

High doses of vitamin C can increase the amount of oxalate in your urine, which significantly raises the risk of developing kidney stones, especially if you have had them before.

Hipercalcemia (níveis elevados de cálcio no sangue)

You must not take Vitamin D if you have high levels of calcium in your blood or urine, as it can cause calcium to build up in your body and damage your kidneys or heart.

G6PD deficiency

Very high doses of vitamin C can cause oxidative stress and lead to the breakdown of red blood cells (haemolysis) in individuals with G6PD deficiency.

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Vitamin D is fat-soluble. It is best absorbed when taken with a meal that contains some fat (such as eggs, avocado, nuts, or dairy). Taking it on an empty stomach may reduce its effectiveness.

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Aviso Legal

Esta informação é apenas para fins educacionais gerais e não deve ser considerada como um substituto para aconselhamento médico profissional. Sempre consulte seu médico, farmacêutico ou outro profissional de saúde qualificado antes de tomar decisões sobre seus medicamentos. As circunstâncias individuais podem variar, e somente um profissional de saúde que conheça seu histórico médico pode fornecer orientações personalizadas.