What are Men’s Vitamins?
By: Reckless AlterTotal Views: 70, Word Count: 578,
The biological demands on a man’s body are known to be tremendous. Men’s vitamins are essential to meet the same biological demands. Vitamins consist of enzymes, minerals, phytonutrients, herbs, amino acids and some speciality nutritional supplements which are essential for the upkeep of the body.
One should always remember before choosing vitamins, it would be important to note that each body would have specific requirements and metabolic needs. The diet sometimes which is taken is not enough for the body this is where speciality nutrients play a vital role.
Men’s health and vital nutrients-
The main health concerns that are known to trouble men are prostate cancer, enlarged prostate and enlarged breasts. As age catches on the body creates less testosterone and the same testosterone automatically gets converted to estrogen. The increase in estrogen levels leads to enlarged breasts tissues. The medication which is administered for this health condition comes along with side effects such as liver dysfunction and growth in undetected prostate cancer.
Men’s vitamins-
Men’s vitamins combat hormonal problems in a most suited and natural manner. Men’s vitamins should contain bioflavonoid chrysin which is a plant extract which in a very natural manner restrains the testosterone conversion to estrogen. It would be beneficial to use a supplement which has chrysin potency of around 90 percent. Chrysin is a vital ingredient and very expensive.
The vitamin zinc-
Zinc is an extremely vital vitamin. Zinc has shown to have positive effects on prostate health. Citrate is a zinc form which used in various supplements. Along with citrate the supplement should also contain zinc aspartate, since zinc aspartate travels directly to the prostate.
Phytonutrient Quercitin-
Phytonutrient Quercitin helps in the protection against prostate cancer. This vitamin contains anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties, which work towards blocking male hormones that encourage cancer cell growth.
Some nutrients which must be present in the vitamins and which are effective against prostate cancer are: corn milk extracts, saw palmetto, lycopene, beta Sitosterol and resveratrol.
Vitamins are excellent substances to boost up the immune system and make it strong to fight against various diseases. Some well known vitamins and supplements which are helpful are: Vitamin C, vitamin E, turmeric, vitamin B6, beta carotene, calcium, manganese, polysaccharides and alpha lipoic acid.
Before buying men’s vitamins it would be beneficial to take into accord the following-
- One has to ensure that all the herbs present in the vitamins are standardised. When the herbs in the vitamins are standardised it would guarantee the potency of the vitamins and its effectiveness.
- All the raw materials before manufactory should comply with norms and regulations of COA and also check for microbiological contamination.
- The vitamins should be completely free from artificial colours, flavours, binders, fillers and preservatives. The product should also be free from probable allergenic substances such as wheat, yeast, gluten and lactose.
One should always keep in mind that vitamins are only supplements, which would work best with a healthy diet and exercise. Vitamins will only be effective filling in the gaps for the required nutrients in your daily diet.
About the Author
Dr. Reckless Alter is graduated from the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine as a physician in 1969 and went on to earn his medical degree in 1973. For over 25 years he has been a pioneer in the field of surgery, with a special focus on wellness medicine and hormones for men. Dr. Reckless is currently a board-certified Family Practitioner and a precautionary Medicine specialist. He has helped heal many problems of men through his treatment.
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