Many people think that drinking alcohol has a detrimental effect on our body's capacity to absorb vitamins, but a meta-study found that this is not the case. However, when it comes to combining alcohol with supplements, there are certain risks that should be taken into account. Vitamin A supplements that contain beta-carotene can cause hepatotoxicity when mixed with alcohol. If you use intranasal cyanocobalamin supplements (Nascobal), you should avoid drinking hot liquids or eating very hot foods one hour before or after using the nasal spray or gel.
Additionally, if you consume too much calcium, vitamin A, vitamin D, or zinc, alcohol will worsen your results and could lead to toxicity. Valerian and alcohol can also cause impaired motor skills and short-term memory loss. Seizures are a particularly alarming symptom that can indicate a toxic reaction to alcohol and supplements. Alcohol is a toxin that travels through the bloodstream to all organs and tissues in the body, causing dehydration and slowing down the body's ability to heal itself.
This is why it is essential to be cautious and avoid mixing supplements with alcohol, unless you have received approval or instructions from your primary care provider to do so. It is important to remember that alcohol can interfere with the absorption of certain vitamins and minerals, as well as increase the risk of toxicity when combined with certain supplements. Therefore, it is best to consult your doctor before consuming any type of supplement while drinking alcohol. Your doctor can provide you with advice on how to safely combine supplements and alcohol, as well as provide guidance on which supplements are safe to take while drinking.
