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Some people get up at the break of dawn to exercise. Other early birds like to get a load of work done before heading to the office. Us? We’re not morning people and it takes the scent of coffee wafting in our rooms to get our attention. But there is one thing we learned to make a solid part of the morning routine: take a specific vitamin for weight loss.
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There’s an important reason why certain vitamins and supplements must be taken before breakfast. “If taken on an empty stomach, your body will absorb it in greater amounts,” says Jaclyn Jacobsen, a nutritionist at The Vitamin Shoppe. So, which one is the best to take in the a.m.? Click the next slide to find out!
Vitamin B complex! It can help metabolize carbs, fats and proteins. You’re more likely to lose weight when your metabolism is functioning at its best. Water-soluble vitamins break down in water so you don’t need to take them with food to prevent an upset stomach.
Try keeping a bottle of vitamin B and some water on your nightstands, so you can just roll over and take the vitamin. This ensures you'll have an empty stomach and that your body can use B complex to its fullest potential.
Wait at least a half hour before eating a sensible meal that will give you the energy to power through the day, get a great workout and the willpower to tell sugary snacks to take a hike. Making vitamin B complex the start of your daily routine is a great step in meeting your weight loss goals!
