Avoid These Supplements in the Morning

Summary

In this video, TC Hale explores how the timing of supplement intake can impact your body’s natural circadian rhythm. He discusses how certain supplements, like vitamin E, glutamine, potassium, HMB, and others, can push the body into either an anabolic or catabolic state, which can either aid or hinder health depending on when they are taken. By aligning supplement intake with your body's natural rhythm, you can maximize their benefits and avoid disrupting your internal processes. The video emphasizes understanding personal body chemistry and timing for optimal results.

Takeaways

• 😀 Supplements can be beneficial, but taking them at the wrong time can harm your body chemistry.
• 😀 The body follows a natural circadian rhythm, with a catabolic state during the day (energy production and tissue breakdown) and an anabolic state at night (rest, repair, and rebuilding).
• 😀 Disrupting the circadian rhythm by taking supplements at the wrong time can lead to health issues.
• 😀 The timing of supplements should align with the body's natural rhythms to maximize their benefits.
• 😀 Vitamin E, including tocotrienols, is anabolic and should be taken later in the day to support the body's natural transition into the anabolic state.
• 😀 Glutamine is popular among bodybuilders for muscle recovery, but it is anabolic and should be taken in the evening to align with the body's natural rebuilding processes.
• 😀 Potassium, commonly used by people on low-carb diets, is pro-anabolic and can worsen imbalances if taken incorrectly.
• 😀 HMB, often used by bodybuilders, is also pro-anabolic and should be taken later in the day to align with the body’s repair processes.
• 😀 Pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) can improve acne by helping the body process fats, but it's anabolic and should be taken in the evening for optimal effect.
• 😀 Arginine can help lower blood pressure but is anabolic, so it should ideally be taken later in the day to support natural circadian rhythms.
• 😀 Understanding the body's specific chemistry is crucial before using any supplement, as improper timing can exacerbate symptoms or imbalances.

Q & A

Why is the timing of supplements important for your body?

The timing of supplements is important because the body follows a natural circadian rhythm, which includes different phases during the day. Taking supplements at the wrong time can disrupt these natural rhythms, potentially leading to health issues or diminishing the benefits of the supplements.

What are the two main states the body moves through in a 24-hour period?

The body moves through two main states in a 24-hour period: the catabolic state during the day, where the body breaks down tissue for energy, and the anabolic state at night, where the body focuses on rest, repair, and rebuilding.

How can supplements affect the body’s circadian rhythm?

Supplements can either support or disrupt the body’s natural circadian rhythm depending on their anabolic or catabolic properties. Anabolic supplements, when taken at the wrong time, can push the body into a repair and rebuilding state when it should be focused on energy production and tissue breakdown.

What is the role of vitamin E in the body, and why is it recommended to be taken later in the day?

Vitamin E, including tocotrienols, has anabolic properties that help the body rebuild and repair tissue. It is recommended to take it later in the day to align with the body’s natural anabolic state, as taking it in the morning could interfere with the catabolic state that should occur during the day.

What is glutamine, and why is it commonly used by bodybuilders?

Glutamine is an amino acid that is commonly used by bodybuilders to aid muscle recovery after intense workouts. It is anabolic in nature, helping to repair muscles, and is best taken later in the day to avoid disrupting the body's natural rhythm.

Why is potassium supplementation risky if taken in the morning?

Potassium is an anabolic supplement that helps with muscle function and other bodily processes. If taken in the morning, it could push the body further into an anabolic state when it should be in a catabolic phase, potentially worsening issues like constipation or anxiety, especially for those already in an imbalanced state.

What does HMB (Beta-Hydroxy Beta-Methylbutyrate) do in the body, and when should it be taken?

HMB is a supplement that supports muscle recovery and is commonly used by bodybuilders. It is anabolic, meaning it promotes muscle repair. It should be taken later in the day to align with the body’s natural circadian rhythm and avoid disrupting the catabolic phase.

How does pantothenic acid (Vitamin B5) affect the body, and when is it best to take it?

Pantothenic acid (Vitamin B5) helps with fat metabolism and can be beneficial for improving acne in some people. Because it is anabolic, it is recommended to take it later in the day to avoid interfering with the body’s natural morning catabolic phase.

What is arginine, and why should it be avoided in the morning?

Arginine is a supplement often used to lower blood pressure, but it is also anabolic in nature. Taking it in the morning could push the body into an anabolic state at a time when it should be focusing on energy production and tissue breakdown, disrupting the body’s natural rhythm.

What is the primary reason some supplements can cause confusion regarding their timing?

The primary reason supplements can cause confusion regarding timing is that they can have multiple effects on the body, and the appropriate time to take them may depend on the individual’s current body chemistry. For example, a supplement beneficial for muscle repair in one person may worsen symptoms in someone else if taken at the wrong time.