Thursday 16 April 2009

Ten Of The Best Supplements That Men Need For Optimum Nutrition

by: Robert Walker
There are many nutrition supplements at your local health food 
store. So many to choose from so confusing which ones are the 
right ones. How many should you take? Here you will learn what 
you need to take for the best health benefits. A word of warning 
here although these products are convenient getting some of your 
nutrition in liquid form or capsules is only recommended when 
you can't eat properly or you feel you are not getting your 
proper daily nutrients. The companies that make the products 
themselves mostly fund the studies of meal replacements, and the 
manufactures usually test their supplements against similar 
supplements not the benefits of whole foods.

BORON WILL AID IN THE DEFENSE OF PROSTATE CANCER
A high level of this mineral will help reduce the chances of getting prostate cancer by 65%. US 
males have a one of the lowest boron levels compared to other 
countries. 

Only 3 milligrams daily help fight cancer and studies show also 
improve memory and concentration. 

Boron is not in stock at all health food stores. It is also 
naturally found in raisins and almonds. 

CALCIUM FOR STRONG BONES AND WEIGHT LOSS
Many men are not getting the daily allowance of 1,000 mg. A cup of milk has only 
300 mg. It has been found that men with high calcium levels 
weigh less than men with low levels of calcium. 

A dosage of 1,200 mg is preferred. Make sure you have calcium 
citrate it is the purist form. Take half dose in the morning and 
half at night. Avoid coral calcium it has some impurities. 

If you get your 3 servings of calcium daily you won't need any 
more. You could exceed your maximum daily intake 2,500 mg. 

CHROMIUM HELPS FIGHT THE CAUSES OF DIABETES
It is used to assist in muscle-building, but now research has revealed that chromium 
can help overweight people control insulin levels. Chromium 
helps the body's response to insulin, this makes it better to 
keep the levels of blood-sugar in check. 

The most effective form of this supplement is chromium 
picolinate. A 35-microgram dose daily is sufficient. Check with 
your doctor to see if you need to increase the dosage to 200 
mcg, if you have a diabetic condition. 

COENZYME Q10 FOR A SURE ENERGY SPIKE
Coenzyme Q10 is produced in the body it assists the cells by directing your body's energy 
supply. As men get older the production levels diminishes. One 
way to revitalize these levels is by taking this supplement. 
Current research proves coenzyme Q10 can possibly aid in the 
fight against cancer, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, 
and could help prevent heart disease by thinning the blood. Q10 
also can be used as an antioxidant that helps slow the aging 
process by fighting free radicals. 

A dose of 100mg daily is suggested. If you are taking statin 
drug for cholesterol or high blood pressure you can increase the 
dosage to 200mg. 

CREATINE FOR THAT MUSCLE AND MEMORY SPIKE
Studies from the University of Wisconsin have shown a boost in men's bench press 
on the average of 15 lbs and also increase in the squat exercise 
weight by 21 lbs just by taking over a 2-3 month period. Aussie 
studies have also suggested that tests with memory and 
intelligence scores increased after 6 weeks of creatine use. 

A recommended dosage of 5 mg daily mixed with a whey protein 
supplement to get highest possible advantage. 

It is possible you won't respond to creatine alone. You can mix 
in a sugar substitute a see if this will help get a response. 

FOLIC ACID TO SLASH ALZHEIMER'S DANGERS
This supplement will increase blood flow to the brain by preventing clotting of 
arteries. Folic acid will also lower the levels of an amino acid 
called (homocysteine) that can cause blood clots. A warning sign 
of Alzheimer's is high homocysteine levels. Sweden studies have 
shown low levels of folic acid were found in Alzheimer's 
patients. 

A 500 mg dose if preferred daily. This dose should decrease 
homocysteine by almost 18% or more. You can get folic acid from 
these foods citrus fruit, beans, and breads and cereals that are 
fortified. 

GLOUCOSAMINE WILL LUBRACATE THOSE JOINTS
As men grow older the cartilage in the joints decreases. You can turn back the hands 
of time by using gloucosamine to repair and rebuild any harm to 
the cartilage you may have received over time. Crab and lobster 
shells are the main ingredients in gloucosamine. Lancet 
published a 3-year research study that showed 200 people that 
had joint conditions had reduced stiffness and pain by 25% by 
using gloucosamine. A12 week treatment program by The British 
Journal of Sports Medicine reported an 88% reduction of joint 
related problems by using gloucosamine on patients. A 1,500 dose 
daily is sufficient for a good response. A combination of 
gloucosamine with chondroitin will bring that cartilage right 
back to those early days. A study from Australia showed that 
spreading a gloucosamine cream of painful joints could relieve 
some pain. 

OMEGA-3S YOUR HEART HEALER
This supplement will aid in keeping high blood pressure and low triglycerides in check. Omega-3 
fatty acids make the blood flow better, thus lower the chances 
of blood clots that could block the arteries. A high omega-3 
count has shown to lower the some conditions related to heart 
disease. 

If you in good health a dose of 1,000 mg is fine. For those in 
the high-risk heart disease group you may need 2,000-4,000 mg. A 
doctor will know what dosage is best. A side effect of to much 
omega-3 is a greater chance of catching a cold. 

A 500 mg gelcap twice daily with meals will keep that ticker 
beating too the right tune. 

SELENIUM YOUR ALL OUT CANCER DEFENDER
This could be the your best choice for the fight against cancer. This nutrient has 
caused most cancer cells to tear down by them selves. Some 
studies have shown that selenium has lower some risk of cancers 
related to the colon, lungs, and prostate. 

A dose of 200 mg daily is recommended. If you're sick taking 
more possibly will reduce the length of your sickness. Some 
research has shown that deceased levels of selenium have made 
some virus change, making symptoms worse for the flu and for 
colds. 

In nature certain nuts like The Brazil nut, contain as much as 
100 mcg per nut. 

VITAMIN E TO BRING THE EFFECT OF AGING TO A CRAWL
Said to be the best antioxidant around today. This vitamin has been linked to 
lower cases of heart disease, some eye conditions, and some 
cancers. Some research has lead nutrition specialists to 
recommend Vitamin E after exercise because of its ability to 
lower muscle problems related to exercising. A dose of at least 
400 IU is preferred daily. Most people only receive a portion of 
this dose about 45 IU by way of a multivitamin. To get more 
Vitamin E in your diet increase your intake of nuts and oils. 

Try to get natural Vitamin E called (d-alpha tocopherol) this is 
easier for the body to absorb. 

If you are confused about which type of multivitamin to buy here 
are some pointers. A multivitamin helps lower heart disease, 
possible stroke, and reduces risks of diabetes. There are 
several on the market. Look for multivitamin that has 100% of 
daily allowances of the 16 core nutrients. With extra dose of 
illness busters -like lutein, lycopene, and selenium. Try and 
avoid extra iron this could lead a higher risk of heart 
conditions. 


About the author:
Robert is an Author for a Man Health information website. 
You can find up to date information on men's health,fitness,and other helpful tips on men's issues Goto his website at http://todays-man-health-advocate.com

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