Wednesday 24 July 2013

Top ten Vitamin supplements for men


Sequel to the article on essential minerals, I decided to do a piece on the top multivitamin supplements in the market for the modern man.

They cut across all ages and activities whether you just want to maintain proper body function, are into sports and exercise or a monster body builder! There is something for everybody. These nutritional supplements contain vitamins: A, B6, B12, C, D, E, and K .They also contain all the mineral supplements a man needs for optimum energy and performance.

Ladies don’t worry, I will be bringing out a list of the top supplements for women in the near future, so please don’t be mad.

Please note, while not all these supplements are available in our markets, I have gone on a market survey and have found 70% of them in some of our best pharmacies and health stores, and the rest can be bought online.

I hope you find this guide useful, and if you do, pass it on!

Do have a wonderful day!



10. CENTRUM ONE A DAY:



This is a brand you have probably seen in stock at the health section of stores and pharmacies, Centrum have many good brands so it’s only natural that their men’s multivitamins and minerals supplement makes the list. What it has going for it is its affordability and ease of taking (only one tablet) but if you are into heavy exercise or weight training, it might not do it for you. The essential nutrients featured in this formula include: Vitamins B6 and B12, Vitamin C and Vitamin E and Folic Acid for heart health, in addition to calcium and magnesium, Vitamin A and Vitamin D for immunity. All in all this is a basic formula that will support health at lower energy levels.


9. SOURCE NATURALS LIFE FORCE MULTIPLE:



This is one of the more complete daily formulas available in the market; it is designed to help deliver essential cellular energy and balance to our vital systems and corresponding organs. It also provides essential support to the brain, skin, eyes circulatory and immune system. It also gives you a surprising and pleasant energy boost. This is the multivitamin for you if you engage in low intensity exercise or just want to maintain basic health.



8. UNIVERSAL NUTRITION DAILY FORMULA:



This is a basic and “no nonsense” multivitamin brand that is touted to help improve your life. Designed for men who don’t exercise extensively or men who just don’t have the time, this formula contains a blend of 25 required vitamins and minerals to help improve the function of your body on a day to day basis. It is also formulated with a unique digestive enzyme complex for better digestion.


7. GASPARI NUTRITION ANAVITE:



Is not your basic multivitamin for men, it’s a blend of three different supplements in one. It’s a formula containing optimal amounts of beta- alanin, as well as carnipure and l carnitine. They help promote increased endurance and nitric oxide levels in the body; this reduces recovery time from a hard workout. It is loaded with the essential vitamins and minerals. It promotes sports performance whether in aerobic or weight lifting activities. Simply put it allows you to train longer and harder.


6. NOW ADAM:



NOW Adam is a popular brand available in the market today, containing many essential vitamin and mineral supplements for men and women. Their ADAM multivitamin for men contains all you need and very little additives that are not essential. This allow Adam to contain high amounts of primary vitamins.NOW Adam contains a blend featuring; beta carotene, vitamins B3, B6 and B12, saw palmetto, panax, ginseng, alpha lipoic acid and higher levels of lycopene and lutein.


5. BODYBUILDING.COM FOUNDATION SERIES MULTIVITAMIN:



This is a product that is special designed with optimum sports performance in mind, it contains all the essentials your body needs and some extras to boost performance. It contains a blend of amino acids and herbal extracts that help supports the body’s performance and vitality. If you are into sports and fitness and are price conscious, this is the brand that delivers for you.


4. CONTROLLED LAB’S ORANGE TRIAD:



A blend of multivitamins designed for men who train hard. Men typically engage in high intensity workouts and naturally require a multivitamin that delivers the essential macronutrients before and after exercise. The orange tried blend contains key minerals, vitamins and nutrients supporting the immune system, digestion and joint health. This blend contains special ingredients to aid joint flexibility and lubricate bone cartilage, in addition to increasing the strength of connective tissue. Orange triad’s digestion and immune complex helps aid digestion. It is also reasonably priced.

3. MUSCLE PHARM AMOUR-V:



If you are into athletics or follow a hard training program, you are going to need a hard hitting vitamin blend. Muscle pharm armour V delivers on this. It contains a blend of organic, herbal and all natural ingredients. Containing pure fruit and vegetable derivatives, system optimizers and antioxidants.

Armour V contains over 25 fruit and vegetable concentrates, containing many Vitamins, minerals and probiotics. It also contains healthy fats; omega 3, 6 and 9 as well as coconut oil.


2. UNIVERSAL NUTRITION ANIMAL PAK:



If you want to build muscle this is the brand for you. This highly nutritional supplement pack is an essential tool for many competitive bodybuilders and athletes. This award winning formula is famed for helping build muscle mass and helping maintain it.

It contains over 60 key ingredients to help you gain muscle. The down side is the large number of pills you have to swallow (11!) and the huge size, be prepared to drink a liter of water with each pack! Upside; it’s worth it.


  1. OPTIMUM NUTRITION OPTI MEN:

   Optimum’s brand of men’s multivitamin was designed with the total male health system in mind. It aids complete nutrient optimization. It has strong antioxidant properties and aid s immune strength. It comes highly recommended by experts and is good for all men across all activity levels. It is a bit pricy but worth every kobo, but it’s a bit scarce in the Nigerian market. Grab it if you can.

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