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Does Dairy Affect Ellagic Acid?
May affect absorption or how you feel
The short answer
Milk proteins bind ellagic acid and ellagitannins, reducing their bioavailability and antioxidant potential.
How to arrange timing
Take ellagic acid at least 1 hour from dairy products.
Reference
Reference noted for this food and supplement combination: Examine.com 2024
Important context
The effect can also change with food amount, supplement dose, product formulation, health conditions, and medication use. Ask a doctor or pharmacist first if you take medication, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have a chronic condition.