Can’t you just buy a mineral supplement from a health food store to ensure normal levels?
Absolutely not. The main reason is the type of binders used in the manufacture of vitamin and mineral supplements. Most manufacturers use a form of calcium as a binder. Calcium inhibits the absorption of all other minerals and trace elements by up to 70 percent. So you could be using a vitamin and mineral supplement from a very reputable company and have very poor absorption due to the calcium filler. By the way, fillers are not listed as one of the ingredients on the label, so you won’t know what filler your brand uses. Just understand that calcium binders have been the industry standard for decades. You may want to call the manufacturer to see what type of binders they use. Should Hardcore ZMA be taken with food? The answer is no. For the highest absorption, mineral supplements should be taken on an empty stomach (at least one hour after eating). The best time to take ZMA is at night before going to sleep. Why does Hardcore ZMA need to be taken at night? Muscle tissue repair and grow