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Men's Health Month: Supplement Overview
This is one of my favorite perscriptions I give my male patients. These three
supplements are only natural. One is plant based, the other is a natural steroid
hormone produced by the adrenal glands and the third is an omega fatty acid.
They must be taken together, twice a day for 30 days. The results will be so
great that you will want to continue this protocol, but I would only recommend
doing this only 6 months apart (twice a year).
1. DIM (diindolylmethane) is a plant compound called an indole and has been
shown to help regulate and promote a more efficient metabolism of estrogen, and
an optimal ratio of estrogen metabolites. DIM balances estrogen levels,
promoting health and well-being. This powerful phytonutrient is found in
broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage and brussels sprouts, unlike other phytonutrients
like soy isoflavones, has no hormonal properties in itself.
2. Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) is a natural steroid hormone, one of the
hormones produced by the adrenal glands. After being secreted by the adrenal
glands, it circulates in the bloodstream as DHEA-sulfate (DHEAS) and is
converted as needed into other hormones. DHEA is chemically similar to
testosterone and estrogen and is easily converted into those hormones. DHEA
production peaks in early adulthood and declines in production with age in both
men and women. Therefore, many diseases which correlate with age also correlate
with low levels of DHEA production. Standard dosage is 100 mg twice a day.
3. Fish Oil: Take 2,000 mg of rich, omega 3 fish oil, in doses of 1,000 mg,
twice a day.
To increase testosterone levels, consider taking DHEA 100 mg in divided dosage
(50 mg, twice a day) with DIM-plus 60 capsule size (one capsule, twice a day for
a total of 100 mg) for a total of two capsules per day along with a "good fat"
such as flaxseed or fish oil 1,000 mg, twice a day (2,000 mg total per day).
Another favorite combination of supplements I recommend for long term use are my
Male Performance formula. Take this all natural herbal combination, two pills,
twice a day. Along with this, take 2,000 mg of L-Arginine (one of the best male
amino acids) in divided doses (1,000 mg), twice a day. (Take up to 3 months at a
time. Take a break for a month and then go back on the 3 month regime.)
Vitamin C research suggests it may prevent sperm from "clumping" together and
that it increases sperm count. Superoxide dismutase and glutathione - research
shows that these and other antioxidants may improve sperm quality. Dose: 1,000
mg twice a day.
Vitamin E supplementation with this antioxidant has been shown to increase sperm
motility and to enhance the ability of the sperm to penetrate the egg in
test-tube studies. Dose: 400 IU daily. Talk to your doctor prior to starting
Vitamin E, particularly if you are currently taking aspirin or other blood
thinners.
Selenium: Dose: 200 mcg daily. Improves sperm motility.
Coenzyme Q10: Take 10 mg daily. Increases sperm count and motility.
Zinc is an essential nutrient for proper sperm production. A deficiency may
result in lowered testosterone levels.. The usual recommended dosage of zinc is
about 15 to 30 mg daily, coupled with 1 mg of copper for balance. Too much zinc
can be toxic. Do not exceed a dose of 15 to 30 mg daily This mineral is found in
great amounts in the outer layer of sperm and plays an important role in the
production of the hormone testosterone.
Vitamin B12: Take 1000 mcg daily. A B-12 deficiency reduces sperm motility and
sperm count. Even if no deficiency exists, B-12 supplementation may help men
with a sperm count of less than 20 million per milliliter or a motility rate of
less than 50% Zinc and B Vitamins (B6, B12, and folic acid) are critical
nutrients in the male reproductive system for proper hormone metabolism, sperm
formation and motility.
L-Arginine (Kidney Yang tonic) especially enhance sperm count. Studies indicate
that this amino acid may improve sperm motility. Take 4 gr daily. Needed to
produce sperm. If the sperm count is below 10 million per ml, arginine probably
will not provide any benefit.
L-Carnitine (Yin and Blood tonic) especially enhance sperm count. Researchers
have found that L-carnitine is found in much greater amounts in sperm tissues
than other cells. Preliminary studies suggest that L-carnitine and
acetyl-L-carnitine may be able to stimulate sperm motility in certain
situations. The role of L-carnitine on sperm maturation and sperm quality
however, is still unclear. Several clinical studies have evaluated the effect of
L-carnitine on men with a low sperm count, a reduction/loss in sperm movement,
or men with both conditions. These studies have evaluated only small numbers of
men who took oral carnitine supplements for varying lengths of time. Some
patients enrolled in these studies experienced increased sperm counts and/or
increased sperm motility. Take 3-4 grams daily. Required for normal sperm
function.
Flaxseed oil: Take 1 tbsp daily. Is a source of essential fatty acids.
Fish Oil: Take 2,000 mg of rich, omega 3 fish oil, in doses of 1,000 mg, twice a
day.
Ginseng: increases production of testosterone and helps with sperm production.
Avoid if you have high blood pressure or Yin deficiency (with heat signs).
Andrew Pacholyk MS L.Ac
https://www.peacefulmind.com/men.htm
This is one of my favorite perscriptions I give my male patients. These three
supplements are only natural. One is plant based, the other is a natural steroid
hormone produced by the adrenal glands and the third is an omega fatty acid.
They must be taken together, twice a day for 30 days. The results will be so
great that you will want to continue this protocol, but I would only recommend
doing this only 6 months apart (twice a year).
1. DIM (diindolylmethane) is a plant compound called an indole and has been
shown to help regulate and promote a more efficient metabolism of estrogen, and
an optimal ratio of estrogen metabolites. DIM balances estrogen levels,
promoting health and well-being. This powerful phytonutrient is found in
broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage and brussels sprouts, unlike other phytonutrients
like soy isoflavones, has no hormonal properties in itself.
2. Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) is a natural steroid hormone, one of the
hormones produced by the adrenal glands. After being secreted by the adrenal
glands, it circulates in the bloodstream as DHEA-sulfate (DHEAS) and is
converted as needed into other hormones. DHEA is chemically similar to
testosterone and estrogen and is easily converted into those hormones. DHEA
production peaks in early adulthood and declines in production with age in both
men and women. Therefore, many diseases which correlate with age also correlate
with low levels of DHEA production. Standard dosage is 100 mg twice a day.
3. Fish Oil: Take 2,000 mg of rich, omega 3 fish oil, in doses of 1,000 mg,
twice a day.
To increase testosterone levels, consider taking DHEA 100 mg in divided dosage
(50 mg, twice a day) with DIM-plus 60 capsule size (one capsule, twice a day for
a total of 100 mg) for a total of two capsules per day along with a "good fat"
such as flaxseed or fish oil 1,000 mg, twice a day (2,000 mg total per day).
Another favorite combination of supplements I recommend for long term use are my
Male Performance formula. Take this all natural herbal combination, two pills,
twice a day. Along with this, take 2,000 mg of L-Arginine (one of the best male
amino acids) in divided doses (1,000 mg), twice a day. (Take up to 3 months at a
time. Take a break for a month and then go back on the 3 month regime.)
Vitamin C research suggests it may prevent sperm from "clumping" together and
that it increases sperm count. Superoxide dismutase and glutathione - research
shows that these and other antioxidants may improve sperm quality. Dose: 1,000
mg twice a day.
Vitamin E supplementation with this antioxidant has been shown to increase sperm
motility and to enhance the ability of the sperm to penetrate the egg in
test-tube studies. Dose: 400 IU daily. Talk to your doctor prior to starting
Vitamin E, particularly if you are currently taking aspirin or other blood
thinners.
Selenium: Dose: 200 mcg daily. Improves sperm motility.
Coenzyme Q10: Take 10 mg daily. Increases sperm count and motility.
Zinc is an essential nutrient for proper sperm production. A deficiency may
result in lowered testosterone levels.. The usual recommended dosage of zinc is
about 15 to 30 mg daily, coupled with 1 mg of copper for balance. Too much zinc
can be toxic. Do not exceed a dose of 15 to 30 mg daily This mineral is found in
great amounts in the outer layer of sperm and plays an important role in the
production of the hormone testosterone.
Vitamin B12: Take 1000 mcg daily. A B-12 deficiency reduces sperm motility and
sperm count. Even if no deficiency exists, B-12 supplementation may help men
with a sperm count of less than 20 million per milliliter or a motility rate of
less than 50% Zinc and B Vitamins (B6, B12, and folic acid) are critical
nutrients in the male reproductive system for proper hormone metabolism, sperm
formation and motility.
L-Arginine (Kidney Yang tonic) especially enhance sperm count. Studies indicate
that this amino acid may improve sperm motility. Take 4 gr daily. Needed to
produce sperm. If the sperm count is below 10 million per ml, arginine probably
will not provide any benefit.
L-Carnitine (Yin and Blood tonic) especially enhance sperm count. Researchers
have found that L-carnitine is found in much greater amounts in sperm tissues
than other cells. Preliminary studies suggest that L-carnitine and
acetyl-L-carnitine may be able to stimulate sperm motility in certain
situations. The role of L-carnitine on sperm maturation and sperm quality
however, is still unclear. Several clinical studies have evaluated the effect of
L-carnitine on men with a low sperm count, a reduction/loss in sperm movement,
or men with both conditions. These studies have evaluated only small numbers of
men who took oral carnitine supplements for varying lengths of time. Some
patients enrolled in these studies experienced increased sperm counts and/or
increased sperm motility. Take 3-4 grams daily. Required for normal sperm
function.
Flaxseed oil: Take 1 tbsp daily. Is a source of essential fatty acids.
Fish Oil: Take 2,000 mg of rich, omega 3 fish oil, in doses of 1,000 mg, twice a
day.
Ginseng: increases production of testosterone and helps with sperm production.
Avoid if you have high blood pressure or Yin deficiency (with heat signs).
Andrew Pacholyk MS L.Ac
https://www.peacefulmind.com/men.htm
