Nine essential supplements for men

    The middle-aged man in contemporary China is in a stage of life full of pressure to survive, where he has an old man, a young man, a wife and a career, but no self. In order to gain the status and dignity that a man should have, he has to make money desperately. Although he makes more money, his body is also stretched even more. Therefore, all kinds of fantastic "tonics" are flooding in, coupled with the manufacturers' extravagant publicity, it seems that Chinese men have really reached the point where they cannot survive without supplements.

    However, when we talk about supplements, we often think about "that" aspect. actually, male What is really needed is the whole body in all aspects healthy , young and energetic. Many vivid examples show that inappropriate and random supplementation of so-called "tonics" is not only unhelpful to oneself, but sometimes even harmful. The following things are the "tonics" he really needs.

    Tonic 1: Zinc - the substance of "sexual happiness"

    According to some statistics, there are more than 200 enzymes in the human body and nine chemical signal transmission systems in the brain.—— nerve The production of transfer substances is inseparable from zinc. Because zinc plays an important role in maintaining cell integrity, cell proliferation, gene regulation, nucleic acid metabolism and immune function. Male semen contains high concentrations of zinc, so men with frequent sexual activity are prone to zinc deficiency and should frequently supplement zinc, which is of great help in maintaining strong sexual function. Zinc also helps maintain brain function.

    quantity: The recommended intake standard is 800mg/day, but the latest dietary survey shows that Chinese men’s zinc intake reaches less than 1/3 of the requirement. Foods rich in zinc include seafood (oysters, shellfish, marine fish), lean meat, whole grains and legumes.

    Tonic 2: Boron - the treasure of the prostate

    The incidence of prostate cancer in men is increasing. Prostate cancer has always been the biggest killer of men. Foreign studies have found that men with a high intake of boron have a 65% lower chance of developing prostate cancer than men with a low intake. This shows that taking in an appropriate amount of boron can effectively reduce the occurrence of prostate cancer. Eating more tomatoes will also protect the prostate because tomatoes are rich in boron.

    quantity: Boron is widely found in fruits and nuts. The American Pharmaceutical Research Association found that 3 milligrams of boron per day is most suitable. This dose can just produce anti-cancer effects, and this dose of boron can also improve memory and concentration. Other foods rich in boron include Grape , dried fruit, avocado, red wine and grape juice. Another way to cure your illness and satisfy your cravings is to eat vanilla ice cream. This is because vanilla ice cream contains boron.

    Tonic 3: Chitin—lubricant for male joints

    Perhaps you have noticed that in his 30s, he no longer has the flexible joints he had when he was 19. This is due to the decrease in chitin in his body. The British magazine "The Lancet" published an article on 200 related joints disease A 3-year study conducted by researchers reported that chitin can reduce joint pain and increase joint strength by 25%, and can also prevent progressive rheumatoid arthritis of the knee. Therefore, chitin can prevent joint damage, thus making him strong and strong.

    In addition, Japanese research has confirmed that chitin has immune-strengthening effects and helps reduce the damage of tumor cells.； In today's increasingly serious environment with increasingly serious environmental pollution, reducing the accumulation of heavy metals in the body will help the body eliminate waste and ensure the normal operation of human physiological functions.

    quantity: Let him take 1.5 grams of chitin every day. If taken together with chondroitin, the effect will be better. Adding shrimp, crab and other foods to your diet can increase your chitin intake.

    Tonic 4: Selenium - a substance that helps men fight cancer

    “No single nutrient has stronger anti-cancer properties than selenium, which can cancer Cells die on their own. ”said Dr. Gerald F Combs, director of the American Pharmaceutical Association's Center for Human Nutrition Research. Dr. Combs studies the link between increased selenium intake and a reduced risk of cancer, including prostate, Crohn's disease, lung and other cancers. Experiments have shown that a lack of selenium in the diet can cause an increase in lipid peroxides. This lipid peroxide grows in skin These are age spots, which can also accumulate in the heart, blood vessels, liver and brain cells, causing many systemic diseases. Animal experiments at the University of North Carolina have confirmed that low selenium levels in the body can make the virus more likely to mutate and worsen cold symptoms.

    quantity: Selenium needs to be supplemented daily. According to the requirements of the World Health Organization: the human diet should contain 200 micrograms of selenium every day. Of course, if he is sick, it is best to have more. Brazil nuts are rich in natural selenium, with 100 nanograms of selenium in each nut!