Men’s Health
Men: Specific nutrient requirements
Due to different physical needs, metabolic processes, biological differences and health requirements, there are differences between men and women in the need for vitamins, minerals & trace elements.
While the demand for nutrients in women focuses mainly on menstruation, planning to have children, pregnancy & breastfeeding, menopause and bone formation, men often focus on specific topics such as male fertility, prostate health or the targeted development of muscle mass in addition to cardiovascular health.
The male body is on average larger and has more muscle mass than that of the female. That’s why men typically need more magnesium. The National Institute of Health (NIH) recommends 400-420 mg per day for adult men and 310-320 mg for adult women.1 Magnesium is involved in numerous biochemical reactions in the body, including muscle and nerve function, energy metabolism and blood pressure regulation.
Hormone levels and reproductive functions
Zinc and selenium are important for both sexes. Men may have a slightly higher need for zinc due to the production of testosterone and semen. Zinc is also essential for male fertility and for regulating the level of testosterone in the blood. Supplementation can prove to be advantageous, especially in men planning to have children.
The German Nutrition Society (DGE) recommends a daily intake of 14 mg zinc for men of adult age (compared to 8 mg for women of adult age).2
In addition to zinc, the mineral selenium contributes to sperm production and thus to male fertility.
Prostate Health
In Germany, about 70 per cent of men over the age of 70 suffer from an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia). In Asia, only about 10-15% are affected.3 Experts suspect that Western diets are one of the causes and recommend an Asian or Mediterranean diet – not just for maintaining men’s health – to stay healthy into old age.6 Both Asian and Mediterranean foods are known for their health benefits. These are mainly due to the preparation of fresh, varied vegetables, healthy fats (nut and olive oil) and fish. Find more information in our Nutrition & Vitality product world.
Men and their health awareness
Health awareness among men appears to be less pronounced than among women. Men are less likely to include fruit and vegetables in their daily diet. Beer consumption among German men is 6 times higher than among women and there are more smokers among the male population than among the female population.4,5 The traditional role model of the “strong man” often prevented people from being mindful and attentive to their own bodies. There has been a positive shift towards greater health awareness among men in recent years. In today’s society, even men are allowed to admit that they are stressed or even need professional help for their mental health.
If you would like to learn more about our food supplements related to men’s health, please contact us!
There are numerous health claims that could be used in the area of “men’s health”. Here is a small selection:
- Magnesium contributes to normal muscle function
- Zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal testosterone levels in the blood
- Zinc contributes to normal fertility and reproduction
- Selenium contributes to the maintenance of normal hair
- Selenium helps protect cells from oxidative stress
- and much more
Hard Capsules
Art.No. 55-000420
250 mg Citrus Sinensis Extract
100 mg Rhodiola Rosea Extract
of which 3 mg Rosavin
3 mg Pantothenic Acid
0.7 mg Vitamin B6
6 mg Vitamin E
1.3 μg Vitamin B12
0.4 mg Vitamin A
28.1 mg Magnesium
Size 0el, transparent
Art.No. 55-000038
500 mg Coral Calcium Powder
of which 175 mg Calcium
Size 0, transparent
Art.No. 55-000410
480 mg Glucosamine Sulphate
300 mg Chondroitin Sulphate
0.7 mg Manganese
Size 00, transparent
Art.No. 55-000014
150.8 mg Magnesium
Size 0, transparent
Art.No. 55-000672
200 mg L-Arginine
1.5 mg Zinc
8.3 µg Selenium
0.9 mg Pantothenic Acid
Size 0, light blue semi-transparent
Art.No. 55-000850
≥ 7 x 109 CFU at time of production
Lactobacillus helveticus
Lacticaseibacillus rhamnosus
Lactococcus lactis
Bifidobacterium breve, bifidum & longum
Size 1, transparent
Art.No. 55-005012
≥ 7 x 109 CFU at time of production
103.2 mg Inulin
Lactobacillus helveticus
Lacticaseibacillus rhamnosus
Lactococcus lactis
Bifidobacterium breve, bifidum & longum
Size 0, transparent
Art.No. 55-000986
16 mg Niacin
6 mg Pantothenic Acid
1.1 mg Thiamine
1.4 mg Riboflavin
200 µg Folic Acid
50 µg Biotin
2.5 µg Vitamin B12
1.4 mg Vitamin B6
Size 3, transparent
Art.No. 55-000493
20 μg Vitamin D3 (800 I.U.)
Size 3, transparent
Soft Capsules
Art.No. 50-005010
50 μg Vitamin D3 (2,000 I.U.)
Carrier oil: Soybean Oil
Size 4 oval, transparent
Sticks
Art.No. 35-000082
125 mg Yeast Beta Glucan
80 mg Vitamin C
10 mg Zinc
1.4 mg Vitamin B6
200 µg Folic Acid
55 µg Selenium
5 µg Vitamin D3 (200 I.U.)
2.5 µg Vitamin B12
Portion 1.6 g
Orange Flavour
Size 20 x 85 mm
Art.No. 35-000050
375 mg Magnesium
Portion 1.93 g
Lemon Flavour
Size 20 x 90 mm
Art.No. 30-000035
5 probiotic bacteria strains
Lacticaseibacillus paracasei (Lafti L26)
Lacticaseibacillus rhamnosus
Lacticaseibacillus paracasei (Rosell®-215)
Bifidobacterium longum
Bifidobacterium breve
PLUS valuable micronutrients such as
Selenium, Zinc, Vitamin D, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C
Portion 1.5 g
Raspberry or Orange Flavor
Size: 20 x 90 mm
Art.No. 30-000034
5 probiotic bacteria strains
Lacticaseibacillus paracasei (Rosell®-215)
Lacticaseibacillus rhamnosus
Bifidobacterium longum
Bifidobacterium breve
Bifidobacterium animalis spp. lactis
PLUS valuable micronutrients such as
Selenium, Biotin, Zinc, Vitamin D, Folic Acid
Portion 1.5 g
Raspberry or Orange Flavor
Size: 20 x 90 mm
Oils
Art.No. 25-005007
1 serving (5 ml) contains:
834 mg Algae Oil
≥ 125 mg EPA, ≥ 250 mg DHA
Omega-3 total (55%) 463 mg
20 µg Vitamin D3 (800 I.U.), vegan
With natural lemon flavour
Art.No. 25-000148
20 μg Vitamin K2 per drop
20 μg Vitamin D3 per drop (800 I.U.)
Carrier oil: MCT oil
Note: Corresponding ingredients allow for various authorised health claims according to regulation (EU) 432/2012.
Sources:
1 https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/Magnesium-HealthProfessional/#h2
2 https://www.dge.de/wissenschaft/referenzwerte-tool/
3 https://www.prostata-hilfe-deutschland.de/prostata-news/ernaehrung-lebensmittel-gesunde-prostata
4 https://www.bzga.de/fileadmin/user_upload/Programme/2022-06_maennergesundheit_faktenblatt.pdf
5 https://www.swr.de/wissen/1000-antworten/warum-trinken-maenner-viel-mehr-bier-als-frauen-102.html
