A Guide To Men's Health and Supplements

Dont be in denial about your snoring

Perhaps someone who sleeps near you has mentioned that you snore. Your automatic response may be, “No way!” However, you most likely are not aware as this happens while you are asleep. In fact, according to the Sleep Foundation, this is one of the reasons obstructive sleep apnoea is undiagnosed.

Benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH)

Benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH) is a condition in which the prostate becomes enlarged. Prostate problems rarely affect young men, but from 45 onwards they become increasingly common.

Men's health

Blackmores Conceive Well Men

Contains a comprehensive antioxidant formula to support preconception health in men.

Always read the label and follow the directions for use. Read the warnings below before purchase.

$30.99

Conceive Well Men contains a comprehensive antioxidant formula to support preconception health in men. It provides important nutrients including zinc and selenium to maintain sperm motility, as well as folic acid and CoQ10 to support energy levels.

Calcium ascorbate dihydrate (ascorbic acid, vitamin C 75 mg) 90.8 mg

Calcium is the most abundant mineral in the body and is primarily stored in the bones. Calcium containing foods include dairy products, fortified soy products, broccoli, bok choy, fish with bones- such as salmon and sardines.

d-alpha-Tocopherol (vitamin E 100 IU) 82.6 mg

Vitamin E is a fat-soluble nutrient that exists in 8 different isomers (forms) of vitamin E alpha-, beta-, gamma-, and delta-tocopherol; and alpha-, beta-, gamma-, and delta-tocotrienol. It's main action is as an antioxidant which is responsible for many of it's functions in the body. Vitamin E is found in cold-pressed vegetable oils, nuts and seeds.

Folic acid 500 microgram

A water-soluble B group vitamin, folate is involved in the synthesis of DNA and RNA and the activation of vitamin B12 into it's active form. Folic acid is found in fresh green leafy vegetables, broccoli, mushrooms, legumes, nuts and fortified cereals.

Selenomethionine (selenium 150 microgram) 375 microgram

Selenium is a trace element that acts a cofactor of antioxidant enzymes. Selenium makes it's way into the food chain through incorporation into plants from soil, leading to a variation in the amount of selenium in human adults around the world depending on the selenium content of the soils and crops in different locations. Selenium food sources include brewer's yeast, wheat germ, fish, seafood, Brazil nuts and garlic.

Sodium ascorbate (vitamin C 75 mg) 84.4 mg

Ascorbic acid (vitamin C) is a water-soluble antioxidant nutrient involved in many biological processes in the body. Vitamin C is found in a number of fruits and vegetables, great sources are capsicums, blackcurrants, oranges and strawberries.

Ubidecarenone (coenzyme Q10) 100 mg

Coenzyme Q10, is a vitamin-like substance that is found in every cell in the body. Food sources of coenzyme Q10 include meat, fish, nuts, spinach, cauliflower and soy beans.

Zinc amino acid chelate (zinc 15 mg) 75 mg

Zinc is an essential trace element that plays a role in every living cell in the body. There are also around 300 enzymes that need zinc for healthy function. Zinc containing foods include meat, eggs, seafood- especially oysters, whole grains and seeds.

Dosage

Adults – Take 1 capsule once a day, or as professionally prescribed. Take with food

Always read the label and follow the directions for use
Supplements may only be of assistance if dietary intake is inadequate
Contains soya bean products
This product contains selenium which is toxic in high doses. A daily dose of 150 micrograms for adults of selenium from dietary supplements should not be exceeded
Do not take while on warfarin therapy without medical advice
If you have any pre-existing conditions, or are on any medications always talk to your health professional before use
Some products should be ceased at least two weeks before any elective surgery, please confirm with your health professional

Male fertility

As many as one in five couples experience conception difficulties, and issues with either the male partner’s fertility or a combination of male and female factors are involved in around 50% of cases.

Why men need folic acid too

Folate (folic acid) may be just as important for dads-to-be as it is for mothers in promoting the health and development of their offspring, discovers Andrew Cate.

Multivitamins

Blackmores Multivitamins for Men

Blackmores® Multivitamins for Men with Sustained Release Technology is a tailormade blend of essential vitamins & minerals for men.

Always read the label and follow the directions for use. Read the warnings below before purchase.

$36.99

Blackmores® Multivitamins for Men with Sustained Release Technology is a tailormade blend of essential vitamins & minerals for men. It is formulated to support immune system function and energy production.

This convenient one-a-day multivitamin supports testosterone levels and mental function and is designed with a unique sustained release technology that release nutrients to the body gradually throughout the day.

Retinyl acetate (vitamin A 900 micrograms retinol equivalents) 1.1 mg

Vitamin A is a fat-souble antioxidant required for a large number of biological processes. Vitamin A is found in red meat, eggs and dairy products.

Thiamine nitrate (thiamine, vitamin B1 1.2 mg) 1.5 mg

Thiamine (vitamin B1) is a water-soluble nutrient required for converting carbohydrates into energy. Food sources include whole grains, beans, nuts, sunflower seeds, pork and beef.

Riboflavin (vitamin B2) 1.3 mg

Riboflavin (vitamijn B2) is a water-soluble vitamin involved in ATP production and the metabolism of many of the other B group vitamins. Food sources include almonds, mushrooms and wild rice. Vitamin B2 supplements may change urine colour to bright yellow.This is harmless and temporary.

Nicotinamide 16 mg

Also called niacin; nicotinamide (vitamin B3) is a water-soluble nutrient involved in energy production and carbohydrate metabolism. Legumes, peanuts, wheat bran, and fish are all sources of vitamin B3.

Calcium pantothenate (pantothenic acid, vitamin B5 6 mg) 6.5 mg

Pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) is involved in the metabolism of fats and carbohydrates for energy production. Vitamin B5 is found in sunflower seeds, peas, beans (except green beans), poultry and whole grains.

Pyridoxine hydrochloride (pyridoxine, vitamin B6 1.3 mg) 1.6 mg

Pyridoxine hydrochloride (vitamin B6) is a water-soluble nutrient involved in the production of proteins, neurotransmitters and haemoglobin. Whole grains, legumes, bananas, seeds, nuts and potatoes are good sources of vitamin B6.

Cyanocobalamin (vitamin B12) 2.4 micrograms

Cyanocobalamin (vitamin B12) is an essential water-soluble nutrient needed for protein and DNA synthesis, folate metabolism, and red blood cell production. Food sources of vitamin B12 include egg yolk, fish, beef, milk and cheese.

Phytomenadione (vitamin K1) 35 micrograms

Phytomenadione(vitamin K) is a fat-soluble nutrient important for normal blood clotting. It is essential for the production of vitamin K dependent clotting factors, such as prothrombin, in the liver. Food sources include leafy green vegetables and milk.

Ascorbic acid (vitamin C) 45 mg

Ascorbic acid (vitamin C) is a water-soluble antioxidant nutrient involved in many biological processes in the body. Vitamin C is found in a number of fruits and vegetables, great sources are capsicums, blackcurrants, oranges and strawberries.

d-alpha tocopheryl acid succinate (vitamin E 14.9 IU) 12.3 mg

Vitamin E is a fat-soluble nutrient that exists in 8 different isomers (forms) of vitamin E alpha-, beta-, gamma-, and delta-tocopherol; and alpha-, beta-, gamma-, and delta-tocotrienol. It's main action is as an antioxidant which is responsible for many of it's functions in the body. Vitamin E is found in cold-pressed vegetable oils, nuts and seeds.

Biotin (vitamin H) 30 micrograms

Biotin is a water-soluble nutrient belonging to the B group vitamins. Food sources of biotin include cheese, cauliflower and eggs.

Folic acid (vitamin B9) 400 micrograms

A water-soluble B group vitamin, folate is involved in the synthesis of DNA and RNA and the activation of vitamin B12 into it's active form. Folic acid is found in fresh green leafy vegetables, broccoli, mushrooms, legumes, nuts and fortified cereals.

Ferrous fumarate (iron 5 mg) 15.7 mg

Iron is an essential mineral and an important component of proteins, such as haemoglobin, involved in oxygen transport and metabolism. Iron containing foods include lean red meat, poultry, fish, oysters, dried fruit, legumes, beetroot, whole grains and tofu.

Potassium iodide (iodine 150 micrograms) 197 micrograms

Iodine is an essential trace element and is an integral part of the thyroid hormone, thyroxine, required for normal growth and metabolism. Foods containing iodine include seawater fish, shellfish, seaweeds and iodised salt.

Lycopene 2 mg

Heavy magnesium oxide (magnesium 50 mg) 87.5 mg

Magnesium is an essential nutrient that plays a role in over 300 enzymatic reactions in the body and plays a role in a large number of biological processes. Magnesium containing foods include green leafy vegetables, nuts, cocoa and whole grains.

Manganese sulfate monohydrate (manganese 3.5 mg) 10.8 mg

Manganese is an essential trace mineral that is a co-factor in many of the body's enzymes, including superoxide dismutase. Manganese can be found in hazelnuts, blackberries, pineapple, lentils, beans and whole grains.

Zinc oxide (zinc 14 mg) 17.4 mg

Zinc is an essential trace element that plays a role in every living cell in the body. There are also around 300 enzymes that need zinc for healthy function. Zinc containing foods include meat, eggs, seafood- especially oysters, whole grains and seeds.

Selenomethionine (selenium 70 micrograms) 175 micrograms

Selenium is a trace element that acts a cofactor of antioxidant enzymes. Selenium makes it's way into the food chain through incorporation into plants from soil, leading to a variation in the amount of selenium in human adults around the world depending on the selenium content of the soils and crops in different locations. Selenium food sources include brewer's yeast, wheat germ, fish, seafood, Brazil nuts and garlic.

Cupric sulfate pentahydrate (copper 850 micrograms) 3.3 mg

Copper is a mineral involved in a number of functions in the body including haemoglobin production and the utilisation of glucose and iron. Food sources of copper include oysters, other shellfish and legumes.

Colecalciferol (vitamin D3 200 IU) 5 micrograms

Colecalciferol (vitamin D) is a fat-soluble nutrient that is manufactured in the skin through the action of sunlight. Vitamin D regulates calcium and phosphate metabolism which is important in the maintenance of bone health.

Calcium carbonate (calcium 100 mg) 250 mg

Calcium is the most abundant mineral in the body and is primarily stored in the bones. Calcium containing foods include dairy products, fortified soy products, broccoli, bok choy, fish with bones- such as salmon and sardines.

Chromium picolinate (chromium 35 micrograms) 282 micrograms

Chromium is an essential trace mineral needed for carbohydrate, lipid and protein metabolism. Chromium is found in brewer's yeast, wholegrain breads and cereals, cheese, eggs, bananas, spinach and mushrooms.

Dosage

Adults– Take 1 tablet once a day, or as professionally prescribed. Take with food.

Always read the label
Follows the directions for use
If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional
WARNING: If you are pregnant, or considering becoming pregnant, do not take vitamin A supplements without consulting your doctor or pharmacist. When taken in excess of 3000 micrograms retinol equivalents, vitamin A can cause birth defects. The recommended daily amount of vitamin A from all sources is 700 micrograms retinol equivalents for women and 900 micrograms retinol equivalents for men
Supplements can only be of assistance if dietary intake is inadequate
This product contains selenium which is toxic in high doses. A daily dose of 150 micrograms for adults of selenium from dietary supplements should not be exceeded
If you have any pre-existing conditions or are on any medications always talk to your health professional before use
Some products should be ceased at least two weeks before any elective surgery, please confirm with your health professional
Contains soya bean products and sulfites

Men's health

Blackmores Prostate Health Formula

Provides a combination of ingredients to maintain healthy function of the prostate.

Always read the label and follow the directions for use. Read the warnings below before purchase.

$41.99

Blackmores Prostate Health Formula is a combination of antioxidants, vitamin and minerals and a standardised extract of saw palmetto for the maintenance of prostate health and protect from free radical damage.

Serenoa repens (saw palmetto) extract equivalent to dry fruit 1.6 g (1600 mg)

(standardised to contain fatty acids 144 mg)

Urtica dioica nettle extract equivalent to dry root 1.13 g (1130 mg)

Lycopersicon esculentum (tomato) extract equivalent to fresh fruit 14.6 g

(standardised to contain lycopene 2.5 mg)

d-alpha-Tocopherol (vitamin E 75 IU) 50.3 mg

Vitamin E is a fat-soluble nutrient that exists in 8 different isomers (forms) of vitamin E alpha-, beta-, gamma-, and delta-tocopherol; and alpha-, beta-, gamma-, and delta-tocotrienol. It's main action is as an antioxidant which is responsible for many of it's functions in the body. Vitamin E is found in cold-pressed vegetable oils, nuts and seeds.

Selenomethionine (selenium 50 microgram) 125 microgram

Selenium is a trace element that acts a cofactor of antioxidant enzymes. Selenium makes it's way into the food chain through incorporation into plants from soil, leading to a variation in the amount of selenium in human adults around the world depending on the selenium content of the soils and crops in different locations. Selenium food sources include brewer's yeast, wheat germ, fish, seafood, Brazil nuts and garlic.

Zinc sulfate monohydrate (zinc 7.5 mg) 20.8 mg

Zinc is an essential trace element that plays a role in every living cell in the body. There are also around 300 enzymes that need zinc for healthy function. Zinc containing foods include meat, eggs, seafood- especially oysters, whole grains and seeds.

Dosage

Adults – Take 2 capsules once a day, or as professionally prescribed. Take with food

Always read the label and follow the directions for use
If symptoms persist talk to your health professional
Supplements may only be assistance if dietary intake is inadequate
Contains soya bean products and sulfites
This product contains selenium which is toxic in high dosage. A daily dose of 150 microgram for adults of selenium from dietary supplements should not be exceeded
If you have any pre-existing conditions, or are on any medications always talk to your health professional before use
Some products should be ceased at least two weeks before any elective surgery, please confirm with your health professional

3 essential nutrients for men

Andrew Cate highlights 3 key nutrients to help support men’s health.

Men's health

Dont be in denial about your snoring

Benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH)

Dosage

Male fertility

Why men need folic acid too

Dosage

Dosage

3 essential nutrients for men

Blackmores

Blackmores Group brands

International markets

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Men's health

Dont be in denial about your snoring

Benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH)

Benefits

Ingredients

Dosage

Warnings

Male fertility

Why men need folic acid too

Benefits

Ingredients

Dosage

Warnings

Benefits

Ingredients

Dosage

Warnings

3 essential nutrients for men

Blackmores

Blackmores Group brands

International markets

Get in touch

Help & terms