Optimum Health for Men
General health and well-being
Heart attacks are the most common cause of death in the UK and until the age of 50 they are more common in men than women. This is probably because men are more likely to suffer from high blood pressure than women at this age. Many studies have suggested that getting the optimum level of antioxidant nutrients and vitamins and minerals can improve the immune system function and help prevent heart disease and a variety of cancers.Heart attacks are the most common cause of death in the UK and until the age of 50 they are more common in men than women. This is probably because men are more likely to suffer from high blood pressure than women at this age. Many studies have suggested that getting the optimum level of antioxidant nutrients and vitamins and minerals can improve the immune system function and help prevent heart disease and a variety of cancers.
- 50-60% of men will suffer from Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) at some point in their lives
- 4 out of 10 men do not consume enough Magnesium
- 25% of men are likely to suffer from heart disease compared to 17% of women
Prostate Health
The prostate, a walnut-size gland located just below the bladder, is the source of many male urinary problems, including cancer, benign enlargement, and inflammation (prostatitis). Prostate cancer, with an estimated 18,000 new cases a year, is the most common male malignancy. Approximately 50 to 60% of men between age 40 and 59 years of age develop an enlarged prostate gland (benign prostatic hyperplasia). This causes increased frequency of urination, night-time awakening to empty the bladder, reduced urine stream and caliber of urination. In recent years numerous scientific and clinical research has revealed that the standardised extract of Saw Palmetto can effectively treat many problems of the prostate gland.Hair Loss
Hair loss or alopecia is a common problem experienced by many men and although certain factors have been definitely identified as contributors to hair loss (such as heredity, hormones and aging), we must keep in mind that a healthy diet and regular exercise may help to prevent or at least slow hair loss by keeping our biological systems healthy. Defining exactly what a healthy diet is when it comes to preventing hair loss, can be a little more complex. Principally, the main vitamins, minerals, and nutrients that one must ingest in some form to maintain healthy hair are Vitamin A, all B vitamins – in particular Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) and B12 (cobalamin), Folic Acid, Biotin, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Copper, Iron, Zinc, Iodine, Protein, Silica, Essential Fatty Acids (EFAs) and last but not least one must consume sufficient water.- 50-60% of men will suffer from Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) at some point in their lives
- 4 out of 10 men do not consume enough Magnesium
- 25% of men are likely to suffer from heart disease compared to 17% of women
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