What Are the Best Herbs and Herbal Supplements for Men?
For thousands of years, men have turned to nature's bounty of health-supporting herbs in an effort to maintain peak well-being.
Today, many of these herbs (and other plant-based nutrients) are again being used by people who wish to best support their health. Here are some of them.
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What It Is |
What It Does |
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Fenugreek |
Trigonella foenum-graecum, used in cooking for centuries |
Believed by ancient healers to promote fertility; has been found to support male reproductive health* |
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Ginseng |
Panax ginseng, an herb with a long history of usage in Traditional Chinese Healing |
Long thought of as an overall vitality tonic; has shown the ability to promote male reproductive health; has demonstrated antioxidant properties* |
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Lycopene |
A carotenoid found in vegetables and fruits such as carrots, papayas, tomatoes and watermelons |
Higher lycopene levels have been associated with greater support of prostate well-being; may also help support liver health* |
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Resveratrol |
A phytonutrient found in grapes and Polygonum cuspidatum, native to east Asia |
Has shown antioxidant effects; may support healthy testosterone levels in men and women* |
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Rhodiola |
Rhodiola rosea, an herb native to the arctic areas of Europe and Asia |
Traditionally viewed as an adaptogen, a plant that promotes a healthy stress response; may also help support healthy energy and mood levels* |
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Saw Palmetto/Pygeum |
Serenoa repens and Pygeum africanum, often used together in herbalism |
Used to help support prostate health; may support healthy hair* |
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Selenium |
A vital trace mineral; high concentrations found in brown rice, meat and seafood |
Plays a vital role in supporting thyroid and brain function; may also support male reproductive health* |
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Tribulus |
Tribulus terrestris, native to dry areas of Africa, Australia and southern Asia and Europe |
Long used in both Chinese and Indian healing traditions to promote male reproductive and sexual health* |
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Turmeric |
Curcuma longa, native to India, where it has a history of culinary and healing use |
A potent antioxidant; may support prostate health* |
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ViNitrox |
A patented formulation of antioxidant compounds naturally found in apples and grapes |
Promotes removal of peroxynitrite and other free radicals, toxic byproducts of normal bodily processes that can reduce testosterone levels* |
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Zinc |
A trace mineral found in seafood, especially oysters, as well as meat |
Known to play a key role in promoting male reproductive health* |
NOTE: Always consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner for help in designing a supplementation program, especially if you are on any medications or have any medical conditions.
