As a man ages he is subject to several conditions that can affect his mortality. Far and away the most common cause of morbidity and mortality in the aging man is that of cardiovascular disease, be it heart attack or stroke. Please refer to the cardiovascular health concern section for further details. Also, the risk and prevalence of osteoarthritis increase with age, and we recommend you refer to that section for details. The second leading cause of death is that of cancer. In large part, this may be due to the oxidative stress that our bodies are under, and the inability of our diets to provide us with enough antioxidants to combat these effects. In particular, prostate cancer seems to be on the rise. The cause of this is uncertain. Part of it may be related to earlier diagnosis. There is a clear corrolation with aging. Likewise, prostatic enlargement known as BPH (Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy) also increases with advancing age. BPH has been reported in over 90% of men over the age of 85, although is relatively uncommon before the age of 35. BPH is in large part related to hormonal changes that occur with aging which relates to male hormonal function (androgens). Significant BPH can lead to obstruction of urinary function and potential renal failure if untreated. Nutrients that appear to have some benefit with BPH include:   OptiZinc Zinc Monomethionine Supplement Retail You Save Vitacost OptiZinc $5.95 $2.97 / 50% $2.98   Standardized Saw Palmetto Extract Support Normal Urine Flow And Prostate Health Retail You Save Vitacost Standardized Saw Palmetto Extract $15.49 $7.74 / 50% $7.75   Standardized Pygeum Extract Promotes Prostate Health 13% Sterols Retail You Save Vitacost Standardized Pygeum Extract $17.50 $8.75 / 50% $8.75 Natural Male Sexual Enhancer Clinically-developed formula for men who want to enjoy spontaneous, reliable, intense sexual vitality - naturally. Retail You Save Vitacost Standardized Pygeum Extract $39.95 $15.98 / 40% $39.95
It is vitally important to maintain adequate amounts of vitamins and antioxidants in addition to the above mentioned nutrients. B vitamins are important to decrease levels of homocysteine, which has been linked to heart attack and stroke. Antioxidants are important to combat the diseases of aging, to minimize oxidation of cholesterol (which can lead to heart attack) and to maintain proper immune function. The best product available for this purpose is Synergy® Men's Multi-Vitamin from NSI. This superior blend of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants is designed to support overall health, and forms the base for a sound supplementation program. For example, if you were to start with Synergy 2000, the daily dose of selenium noted above would be included, and 15mg of the 45 mg of Zinc would be accounted for. Just add your extra zinc in the form of Natrol Optizinc, Pygeum and saw palmetto and you have a superior regimen for men.
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