Some nutrients may compete or block the action or absorption of another nutrient.Most time-released supplements counteract this problem.

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The first statement is true; the second is false.The potential interactions between nutrients can be minimized by taking single supplements taken at different times.Most supplements marked "time release" have no value because the body does not need to maintain a constant level of vitamins as for some medications,such as antibiotics.

Some Nutrients May Compete or Block the Action or Absorption