Working with supplements has its advantages, you can see what the main problems are for people. There is a real lack of systematized information in Lithuanian. Many of our clients educate themselves. And the information on the Internet is very contradictory, one authority contradicts another.
Despite the recent open appeal by nutritionists regarding the potential harm of the recommendations of the TV show "Ask the Doctor," which calls for giving up carbohydrates and engaging in intermittent fasting.
One by one, YouTube
influencers are "debunking" some established dogma. Here, one says that BCAAs are not needed, that food is enough, then another claims that Arginine is a hoax. Everyone has suddenly become experts and conspiracy theorists, but to a knowledgeable person, their statements sound like complete absurdity and a manifestation of insanity.
But for the average person, a somewhat muscular person on screen automatically becomes an authority figure, without having to delve into what that person's goals are.
Now let's get to the topic. Basic products that are recommended for men. For athletes and not only.
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Vitamin D. This vitamin is often lacking in people living in our latitudes. It is essential for bones, nervous system function, and in our case, for testosterone levels.
1,000–4,000 IU, or 25–100 micrograms of vitamin D, should be enough to keep most people in optimal blood levels. According to the Institute of Medicine (IOM), 4,000 IU is the safe upper limit.
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Magnesium: Magnesium supplements may help normalize testosterone levels if the cause of the decrease is a deficiency. One study in the journal Biological Trace Element Research found that taking supplements for at least 1 month increased testosterone levels in all subjects.
The report mentions that people who exercise see a significant increase in testosterone levels than those who are not active. It is recommended that men consume at least 400-420 mg of magnesium per day, which can be obtained from food or a combination of food and supplements. Having too much or too little can be dangerous to your health.
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Zinc. Zinc is a key mineral that cells use to metabolize nutrients. Immune function, DNA and protein production, and cell division are all linked to zinc levels in the body. Zinc also allows a man’s body to produce testosterone. For this reason, zinc levels may play a role in erectile dysfunction.
Currently, the U.S. recommended dietary allowance (RDA) for zinc is 8 milligrams (mg) per day for women and 11 mg per day for men.
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Vitamin C.
Some evidence suggests that taking antioxidants such as vitamin C may improve fertility. A study in infertile men found that taking 1,000 mg of vitamin C supplements twice daily for up to 2 months increased sperm motility by 92% and sperm count by more than 100%.
Here are some basic supplements that will suit almost any male to improve their quality of life!
