Here’s your quick-reference coffee & vitamins spacing chart ☕💊

☕ Coffee & Supplement Timing Guide

Nutrient / Vitamin Effect of Coffee Recommended Wait Time After Coffee Notes
Zinc Absorption reduced by polyphenols At least 1 hour Often in multivitamins or immune-support formulas
Calcium Absorption reduced by caffeine & polyphenols At least 1 hour If deficient, space even further (1–2 hours)
Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) Absorption may be blocked by tannins/polyphenols At least 1 hour Important for energy metabolism
Iron Absorption reduced by tannins/polyphenols At least 1 hour Best absorbed with vitamin C instead
Magnesium Absorption can be slightly reduced At least 1 hour Often in bone & muscle support supplements
Vitamin D May be slightly increased by coffee — Still best taken with a meal containing healthy fats

💡 How to structure your routine

Option 1: Drink coffee first thing → have breakfast → take supplements mid-morning.

Option 2: Take supplements with breakfast → have coffee 1 hour later.

Always take fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, K) with food that contains healthy fats for best absorption.