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Vitamins & Minerals for Men's Health
Vitamins & Minerals for Men's Health
Zinc deficiency has been positively linked to prostate enlargement in a few studies, although no large scale clinical trials have been conducted. The RDA is 15 mg but in the studies doses of 150 mg of zinc sulphate were taken daily for two month, followed by maintenance doses of 50 mg daily. 14 out of the 19 men in the trial experienced shrinkage of the prostate. As zinc can be toxic in high doses (leading to anaemia and low immunity) high doses should be taken under medical supervision. A standard zinc supplement, nevertheless, is beneficial for most men.
Magnesium(RDA 400mg) and Vitamin B6 (RDA 2 mg) have also been combined with zinc in maintaining prostate health.
A multivitamin containing beta-carotene (which converts to Vitamin A in the body), Vitamin C, selenium and Vitamin E is also helpful in men's vitamin supplementation.
Prostate Health
The prostate gland is inside your pelvis, at the top of the urethra (the tube that carries urine) which is connected to your bladder. It is usually the size of a walnut. As you pass middle age, and particularly after 60 years old, it is very common for it to grow in size. As the prostate gland is wrapped around the urethra, any inflammation or swelling can cause narrowing of the urethra, leading to interrupted or difficult urination, characterised as dribbling. It is also common to experience sudden or frequent urges to urinate, especially at night, which often don't result in full flow. This is not always painful but can be.
Prostate Cancer
In 2010, prostate cancer was the most common cancer among men in England.
Men's Sexual Health Problems
There are two common sexual health problems that can affect men: low libido and erectile dysfunction.
We've outlined both as well as how to manage these often embarrassing concerns.
Herbs for Men's Health
When it comes to men’s health, it's important to take a rounded approach that covers prostate health to heart health. Fertility and libido to the nervous system as well as general wellbeing.
Herbs can help naturally support men's health.
Herbal Health and Body Care for Men
One of the principle health related issues facing many men is their reluctance to talk about their problems.
Men are less likely than women to seek help for problems such as depression, stressful life events, and even lingering health problems that can sometimes be a warning sign of something more serious.
Read more about the most common concerns and herbal help here.
Dietary Advice for Men's Health
A healthy diet can help support your prostate health. By adding healthy, prostate-friendly foods to your diet, you may be able to reduce your risk of prostate related health problems.