Father's Day: Top Health Tips for Dad

#1. Exercise and Fitness

As men age their strength, balance, and endurance start to gradually decrease. This decline is magnified for those who don’t exercise. Studies indicate the level of physical activity tends to decrease as we age, which decreases a person’s functional fitness levels. ^[1]

Top exercises for men as they age include the following: 

Supplements can help keep energy levels high for workouts and maintain fitness levels as men age:

BodyHealth - PerfectAmino® - Mixed Berry    

BodyHealth - PerfectAmino® is NSF certified for sport. This third-party seal of approval indicates a product or service complies with strict standards of quality, safety, and sanitation. This supplement is free of banned substances and approved by most professional sports teams.

BodyHealth - PerfectAmino® contains a perfect proportion of the eight essential amino acids the body needs for the muscular, hormonal, and enzymatic systems. In addition, this amino acid supplement is 99% utilized by the body to make protein, a feat few products can match. BodyHealth - PerfectAmino® is absorbed by the body in 23 minutes, with only 2 calories per serving.

Systemic Formulas: #625 - Accell Metabo-Shake (Chocolate)

The Accell Metabo-Shake is a delicious way to get the nutrients your body needs. The shakes can be used as a meal replacement or support for detoxification. Here are a few benefits of Metabo-Shakes:

• Assists with weight management
• Excellent source of medium chain triglycerides for weight loss support and energy for the liver
• Calcium content supports heart muscle activity, normalizes pH and regulates blood pressure
• Contains zinc, which aids in energy metabolism, protein synthesis, immune system support, digestive health and reduction of stress levels
• High quality B vitamins help to break down proteins, support the immune system and regulate the nervous and digestive systems
• Helps stabilize glucose

Accell Metabo-Shakes are also available in vanilla flavor.

#2. Prostate Health

The prostate is a small gland that is part of the male reproductive system, helping to make some of the fluid in semen. As men age, the prostate can grow, from the size of a walnut to the size of a lemon, making it difficult to urinate. This is a condition known as benign prostatic hyperplasia, or BPH. It is estimated that 8 out of 10 men will eventually have an enlarged prostate.  

Prostate cancer is the most diagnosed and the 5th leading cause of cancer death in men.^[2] Fortunately, most prostate cancers tend to grow slowly, and are less aggressive than other forms of cancer. Consulting with a doctor is advised if a man has trouble urinating or must go a lot, especially at night.

In addition to regular exercise, the following foods can help keep the prostate healthy: 

The following supplements are specifically designed to help keep the prostate healthy:

Prostate Support

Prostate Support is an all-natural product that helps to keep the prostate healthy in several important ways:

• Maintains healthy prostate function, including better bladder control, free urinary flow, and reduced urges to urinate. It also helps improve sleep quality by reducing the need to wake up and use the bathroom at night.
• Mimics the prostate-protecting compounds present in unprocessed plants and herbs.
• Contains a unique combination of herbs, amino acids, vitamins, and zinc: all designed to maintain healthy prostate function.

Systemic Formulas: CXMpc - Prostata Corrector

CXMpc - Prostata Corrector provides nutrition that is beneficial to a healthy prostate gland and increased feeling of well-being. This liquid-based formula focuses on treating the following:

• Inflammation
• Swelling
• Congestion 
• Improving circulation

CXMpc - Prostata Corrector are highly concentrated extracts that offer several benefits:

• Liquid form is easier for those who have difficulty taking capsules
• Can be taken in micro or macro dosages
• Can be easily added to juices, smoothies, water or other liquids
• Rapidly digested and assimilated into the body

This product is specifically designed to counteract unhealthy conditions of the prostate, including candida, hypertrophy, and others.

#3. Zinc Deficiencies

Zinc is a mineral that is found in every cell of the human body. It plays a vital role in replicating the cell’s genetic material, and assists with many body processes, including wound healing and digestion.

Zinc has many benefits specifically for men:

• Reduced prostate cancer risk. Preliminary studies indicate zinc can suppress tumors in the prostate and may a vital role in protecting the prostate.^[3]
• Higher testosterone levels. It is estimated that 2 billion people are deficient in zinc worldwide.  Moderate and severe zinc deficiencies have been linked to hypogonadism in men, a condition where the gonads fail to function properly leading to reduced or no sex hormones. In addition, dietary zinc restriction in young men was associated with a “significant decrease” in serum testosterone concentrations after 20 weeks of zinc restriction.^[4]

The human body can’t produce zinc, so it must be consumed from foods and supplements. Here are top sources of zinc:

Zinc is also available in supplement form:

Systemic Formulas: #195 - ZNC - Zinc Chelate

Zinc Chelate provides the body with a natural source of zinc. Zinc is vital for reproductive organ development, healthy digestive enzymes, and the production of hormones. Zinc Chelate comes in liquid form, making it easy to digest and consume.

#4. Testosterone

Testosterone is the male sex hormone and has several important uses in the body:

• Essential for sperm production
• Signals the body to make new red blood cells
• Helps keep bones and muscles strong
• Enhances libido (sex drive) and sense of well-being

Testosterone production tends to decrease with age. On average, 2 out of 10 men have low testosterone in their 60’s, while 3 out of 10 men in their 70’s and 80’s have low levels. However, an alarming study found that testosterone levels in young adult men have steadily declined over the past two decades.^[5]

Symptoms of low testosterone include the following:

• Low sex drive
• Mood changes
• Increased body fat
• Affected memory
• Smaller penis and testicle size
• Increased risk of anemia
• Fatigue
• Decreased muscle mass
• Reduced bone mass
• Hot flashes
• Difficulty achieving and maintaining an erection
• Hair loss

Diet can play a key role in testosterone levels. Here are some of the best and worst foods for testosterone production:

In addition to diet, lifting weights, adequate sleep, keeping stress levels low and getting plenty of vitamin D may help maintain testosterone levels.

Testosterone supplements are also available:

Natural Radiance™ Testosterone Creme for Men

Testosterone Creme for Men is specifically designed to boost energy, help build lean muscle, improve mind clarity, and increase libido. It is applied as a crème, which helps bring the testosterone-boosting ingredients directly to your system.

Testosterone Creme for Men is all-natural and contains many powerful ingredients:

• Purified water
• Ginkgo biloba 
• Green tea extract
• Maca extract
• Tocopherol (Vitamin E) oil,
• Aloe vera gel extract

The cold processing manufacturing technique helps to protect the potency of the herb formula, making it one of the highest quality cremes available on the market.

Ashwagandha

Ashwagandha is an herb that helps the body respond to feelings of stress, fatigue, and anxiety while helping to improve overall well-being. Ashwagandha has been used for centuries to treat a variety of health issues:

• Boost testosterone and fertility levels
• Improve cognitive function and memory
• Promote cardiovascular health 
• Provide relief for anxiety

This product also contains organic black pepper, which helps to maximize nutrient absorption.

#5. Heart Health

Heart disease is the leading cause of death for most racial/ethnic groups in the United States. It is responsible for one in every four male deaths. According to the CDC, between 70 percent and 89 percent of sudden cardiac events occur in men. Men tend to get heart disease more than women: the growth of plaque in large arteries that carries blood to the heart occurs more often in men.

Top risk factors for heart disease include the following:

• Family history
• High blood pressure
• Lack of exercise
• Smoking
• Stress
• Poor dental health
• Poor diet
• Obesity
• High cholesterol levels
• Diabetes

Here are the best and worst foods for heart health:

The following supplements were created to support heart health:

Systemic Formulas: #45 - Hcv - Heart Cardiovascular

Hcv provides the following heart health benefits:

• Cleans triglycerides from the blood vessels
• Assists in cleaning the lymphatic duct tissues 
• Helps normalize circulation
• Provides healthy support for endocrine functions

Hcv contains potassium, stevia leaves, cassia bark, RNA/DNA heart tissue factors, and sete sangrias, all beneficial for a healthy heart.

Systemic Formulas: #755 - Fire Tonify - Support The Heart

Also known as “Support the Heart,” Fire Tonify helps to improve heart health and blood circulation. In Chinese medicine, the Fire element pertains to the heart.

Fire Tonify  contains many powerful herbs and ingredients:

• Astragalus root
• Cistanches herb
• Biota seed
• Ziziphus seed
• Yellow Dock herb
• Yucca root
• Canaigre root

In addition to heart health, Fire Tonify  supports the small intestine and may benefit those who feel a lack of joy or happiness in their heart.

Summary

There are many unique health challenges men face as they age. In addition to the traditional socks and cologne, give them a gift they will appreciate for years to come!

References

1. Zoran Milanović, Saša Pantelić, Nebojša Trajković, (et al). Age-related decrease in physical activity and functional fitness among elderly men and women.   Clin Interv Aging. 2013; 8: 549–556. Published online 2013 May 21. doi: 10.2147/CIA.S44112. [PMID: 23723694]. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3665513/
2. Stephen W. Leslie, Taylor L. Soon-Sutton, Anu R I, (et al). Prostate Cancer – PubMed.   In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2023 Jan. [PMID: 29261872]. 2023 Mar 11. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29261872/
3. Emily Ho, Yang Song. Zinc and prostatic cancer.  Curr Opin Clin Nutr Metab Care. 2009 Nov;12(6):640-5. doi: 10.1097/MCO.0b013e32833106ee.   [PMID: 19684515]. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19684515/
4. A S Prasad 1, C S Mantzoros, F W Beck, (et al).  Zinc status and serum testosterone levels of healthy adults.   Nutrition. 1996 May;12(5):344-8. doi: 10.1016/s0899-9007(96)80058-x. [PMID: 8875519]. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/8875519/
5. Soum D Lokeshwar 1, Premal Patel 2, Richard J Fantus, (et al). Decline in Serum Testosterone Levels Among Adolescent and Young Adult Men in the USA.   Eur Urol Focus. 2021 Jul;7(4):886-889. doi: 10.1016/j.euf.2020.02.006. Epub 2020 Feb 18.  [PMID: 32081788]. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32081788/