Men are less likely to take supplements than women, but there are fewer vitamins and minerals that men should take daily.

Express reveals the five vitamins that all men should consider taking.

– Vitamin D)

The NHS advises all adult men and women to take 10 micrograms of vitamin D supplements daily between October and March.

In general, vitamin D is essential for maintaining healthy bones, muscles, and teeth (regardless of your gender). It does this by promoting calcium absorption in the intestine, which helps maintain calcium and phosphate levels.

There may be an additional benefit for men, although some studies suggest that vitamin D can boost testosterone levels.

Testosterone regulates sexual desire, bone mass, fat distribution, muscle mass and strength, and production of red blood cells and sperm in men.

-magnesium

Magnesium regulates muscle and nerve function, blood sugar levels and blood pressure, and helps you make protein.

Magnesium also appears to support testosterone production, with one research study showing that increasing your intake can raise testosterone levels within a month.

Magnesium intake can also help with symptoms of andropause, such as lack of sleep, low energy and fatigue.

– Omega 3

These are polyunsaturated fatty acids that we need for many different things, but especially for heart health.

According to the experts at Take Care Of, most men consume more inflammatory omega-6 fatty acids than is considered healthy. This includes things like refined vegetable oils, mayonnaise, and selected nuts.

And if you don’t get enough omega-3s, which are powerful anti-inflammatory and also good for brain health, you increase your risk of heart attack and stroke.

– Saw Palmetto

It’s time to get to know this berry that comes from a shrub because it has been used for centuries as a remedy for problems with the reproductive system and urinary tract.

According to the team at Take Care Of, Saw Palmetto berries have been traditionally used for prostate health for many years.
Early clinical data suggests that Saw Palmetto extract may help support prostate health, but larger, more recent clinical data have not supported its effectiveness.

However, you can take Saw Palmetto supplements to improve urinary function, stop hair loss, support prostate and sperm health, and regulate testosterone levels.

Healthline explains that compounds in berries are supposed to inhibit the activity of 5-alpha reductase, an enzyme responsible for converting testosterone into DHT.

This is why it is believed that natural therapy can help you maintain testosterone levels as you age, and this can also lead to improvements in body composition, libido and mood.

– boron
It can be found in things like apples, raisins, some nuts, prunes, chickpeas, and coffee, but it’s also available in supplement form and can help with testosterone production.

And if you don’t eat enough fruits and vegetables, you likely have low levels of boron (which is true for many men).

Boron is a popular supplement for men with erectile dysfunction or low testosterone, but you should always speak to a doctor before adding it to your diet because it may have some unpleasant side effects.

Healthline also suggests that supplementing can improve vitamin D efficacy and cognitive functions such as hand-eye coordination, memory, and of course enhancing sexual performance.

One study also found that diets rich in boron support prostate health.