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Posted 3/15/2013 10:29 PM (GMT 0)
I recently have decided to more consistant with vitamin supplements I take; whole food multi-vitamin (which is suppose to be easier on the stomach), vitamin C, vitamin B50, calcium with vitamin D&K, flax oil, I alternate probiotics because they have different strains and one says to take every 3rd day. I've noticed I have a little more energy so I have been doing yoga in the morning and the gym in late afternoon. My pain isn't as bad but right now it is because I'm not use to the exercise. But I have been getting reflux really bad. I take my pills with food, but I'm still getting GI issues.

Does anyone else have reflux and nausea? I see my doctor on Wednesday but like right now I'm so sore I'm dreading exercise but I know if I give up I will just fall back into a slump. Plus since all these changes I've made I'm craving more sweets, but that might be because I'm trying to cut back. Ever since the fybro hit me and I haven't been as active I've put on so much weight.
Posted 3/15/2013 10:30 PM (GMT 0)
Oh and I tried to take 5-HTP but they caused extreme nausea I gave up on them.
Posted 3/15/2013 10:51 PM (GMT 0)
I actually moved to all "gummy" vitamins for my Omega 3, Multivitamin, Vit C and Vit D. I have always had tummy issues when taking vitamins and now I take these at night after my dinner and dessert:) I have found that the gummies just don't upset my stomach the same way as the pills did.
Posted 3/16/2013 6:59 AM (GMT 0)
I suffer from GERD, and sometimes, it doesn't take much to cause me to be in misery from it. I would be careful with the Vitamin C, as this can trigger symptoms. If you do take it, you might want to consider a low dose, or a buffered type, as these are easier on the stomach.
Posted 3/16/2013 9:15 AM (GMT 0)
Well my multi doesn't affect me. I've been taking it for months. The others are new. I take the multi, B50 and flax oil with food in the morning because I'm afraid they'll make my insomnia worse. And I got the chewable vitamin C which is 500mg the other ones were 1000mg so I thought that would make a difference. So at night I take the vitamin C, the chewable calcium mix I think it's viactive chocolate chew, flax oil and the probiotic at night after dinner. I didnt do omega 3 because I can't tolerate the fish burps. I don't eat seafood because it smells so bad.

Thanks for the input. I sure have a lot to learn. I feel useless on this site because I can't help anyone because I'm still going through my trial and error. Hopefully soon I'll see if its all helping. I really hate relying on perscription medication.
Posted 3/16/2013 9:48 AM (GMT 0)
Hi Bakomom,

I take Buried Treasure Liquid vitamins with blended frozen berries and a little almond milk. These go down well for me. I don't have any issues with taking my Now brand vitamin C twice a day. I take it with food and right after a meal.

I have gerd and I find I have to be very careful with what foods I eat: nothing acidic or spicy, nothing high-fat, and I find I need to eat healthy. Maybe you have a gluten intolerance like I do?

Being on the Virgin diet put together by a physical therapist/nutritionist I've lost weight these last 3 months. Ten to fifteen pounds. And I haven't been doing anything differently.

Posted 3/16/2013 11:28 AM (GMT 0)
I believe Ester-C (vitamin C) is easier on the stomach.
Posted 3/16/2013 2:33 PM (GMT 0)
The Omega 3 in the gummies do not have any fish taste or aftertaste whatsoever....

If you aren't getting enough from actually eating fish (since you say you don't like it) it's an important set of nutrients to supplement for heart health.
Posted 3/16/2013 4:20 PM (GMT 0)
I take a multi, Vitamin D, magnesium, turmeric, and B12 in the morning, and fish oil and niacin in the evening. I take all my meds after meals. I also take a probiotic in the mornings.
Posted 3/16/2013 5:17 PM (GMT 0)
I know I've had GERD for as long as I can remember. And I know following the right diet helps but we slip sometimes. But if I know we are going to eat something that is a trigger food, I try to eat it early evening. It may just be my body adjusting. I've never been consistent with taking vitamins. But until recently I feel I need them to stay healthy. I hate not feeling well and spending days on the couch or bed just because I'm in pain or not feeling well. I looked at ester C and almost got it but it was a drink mix. I'm so picky about that stuff. The lady at my vitamin store suggested a liquid flax oil that was strawberry banana flavor, it taste good but felt like I swallowed oil. And just hit my stomach like a big thump.
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