Randomness of a redhead

There is a Big Lots up here!  YIPPEE!!

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I’ve been to Pier 1 Imports twice in the last 2 days.  That makes me realize I need a job!  Didn’t I say i’ve learned my lesson on how much money I used to waste?

I bought 2 of those and 2 of these:

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When do you take your vitamins?

Question

Does drinking coffee at the same time as taking a calcium supplement hinder the absorption of calcium? What are the guidelines/restrictions in taking calcium supplements with coffee?

Answer

It is well established that intake of caffeine causes calcium to be excreted. For every cup of coffee (equivalent to 150 mg of caffeine), approximately 5 mg of calcium is excreted in the urine. The research on the effects of caffeine on calcium absorption, however, is less conclusive at this time. When that is the case, we tend to err on the side of safety and advise avoiding the use of caffeine with calcium supplements. You may drink coffee at least half hour before or after you have taken your supplement. Don’t forget that caffeine is also found in many foods other than coffee such as cola drinks, tea, chocolate, and some cold medication.

What effect does caffeine consumption have on the absorption of vitamins and minerals?

Answer

Caffeine can increase the amount of calcium lost in the urine & feces. You can make up for the calcium lost by adding milk to your coffee or tea. Don’t forget that caffeine can also be found in cola drinks, chocolate, cocoa, and some cold & pain relief medication. Caffeine may reduce the absorption of some minerals, such as manganese, zinc, & copper, as well as vitamins such as vitamin A & B complex. . Moral of the story….try taking your vitamins at lunch to make sure it’s all absorbed properly! . I’m drinking coffee right now and it’s lunch time.  Guess i’ll wait until dinner. . I got a bird feeder at Meijer yesterday. The birds love it and they make me smile 🙂 Here’s a tip: Put lite coconut milk in your coffee…YUM!   Alyson put it on her pancakes so I figured why not try it in my coffee 🙂 . Cook your fish in macadamia nut oil and it tastes almost like Long John Silvers! Minus the heartburn….

When I think of getting a cat scan I have to poop.

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Boomer is afraid of this thunder.

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Thanks for the suggestions on what to make Saturday.  One of Mike’s friends is bringing homemade salsa.  I think i’ll do that 7 layer dip. 

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If you haven’t entered the strawesome giveaway you better hurry!  I’ll be picking a winner tonight and will annouce it tomorrow morning.

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