Take supplements in as small doses as possible. The body absorbs smaller doses better. A good test that has been done on calcium supplements involves dissolving them in vinegar. The vinegar acts similarly to the acid in the stomach, and the dissolving represents how the calcium supplement will dissolve in the stomach so it can be utilized by the body. Look for these words on supplement labels.
Protein is made up of a long chain of amino acids.
The long protein chains must be broken down before being absorbed by the body. A common misconception is that individual amino acids are absorbed best by the body. Short chains made up of 2 or 3 amino acids, from digestion of food, are actually absorbed best by the body. Cost Cost is another factor in choosing a supplement. Many supplemental products, especially those marketed for athletes, have enticing claims on their labels.