Nutritional Supplements for Men
Getting the nutrition you need for optimal health from food alone is a challenge. This reality makes dietary supplements a fact of life for men who want to maximize their better aging efforts. With that said, knowing that you need dietary supplements is not the same as knowing exactly what you need.
Facts About Nutritional Supplements for Men
- Over-the-counter dietary supplements are not FDA-regulated. The products sold by many retailers, including drug stores and big box stores, are often missing key compounds, frequently contain adulterated ingredients fillers, and they can be lacking in potency and purity.
- The only way to be sure of what you’re getting is to obtain dietary supplements that are third-party tested.
- Some nutrients should only be taken in conjunction with lab testing to ensure dosage is appropriate. Nutrients like vitamin D and can be toxic if dosing is too high.
As part of your treatment program, your Renew Youth team can provide supplement recommendations that will support your better aging efforts. Following are some examples:
Vitamins
Our clients are advised to start with a good multi-vitamin, with multi-vitamins being the foundation for nutritional supplementation.
Vitamins that may be recommended above and beyond the amount found in a multi-vitamin include vitamins A, C, D, E, K, and the B vitamins.
Minerals
Just as you start with a multi-vitamin for vitamins, a good mineral complex is the best place to start for minerals. Multi-vitamins often contain minerals, as well as vitamins; so it’s important not to double up.
Minerals that may be recommended above and beyond what you’ll find in a multi-vitamin or mineral complex include calcium, magnesium, selenium, and zinc.
Other Must-Have Supplements
Comprehensive supplementation goes beyond vitamins and minerals to include:
- Omega-3 fatty acids
- CoQ10
- Resveratrol
- DIM (diindolylmethane)
- Folate
- Melatonin
- Probiotics
Method of Treatment
It’s important to know that more is not necessarily better when it comes to supplements. One size does not fit all, and a little guidance goes a long way.
If desired, we can check your nutrient levels via lab testing and provide a formal supplementation protocol. In addition to lab results, we take into consideration factors such as hair loss, weight gain, stress level, bone health, anemia, sleep habits, and anything else by way of medical history, diet, physical condition, and lifestyle. Follow-up lab tests are ordered as needed and desired.
Renew Youth clients can conveniently purchase physician-grade supplements through our Fullscript Store.