MEN’s HEALTH. As Men Grow Older…
As men age there are a number of physical changes including male pattern baldness, middle-age spread and decreased stamina. Most people accept this as a natural part of growing older, but there may actually be some steps men can take to limit the appearance of these conditions.
It’s not just the obvious signs of ageing that men want to tackle as they age, but there are a number of health conditions that come with advancing years. If there is a way to address them or slow down their progression, that can only be a good thing!
Saw Palmetto is a small palm, the fruit of which is used for food and for a variety of medicinal purposes, including urinary and genital problems.
Nowadays, Saw Palmetto is attracting a lot of attention from scientists, who are finding its fruits highly enriched with health-giving fatty-acids and phytosterols which are naturally occurring plant sterols with a wide variety of medicinal and cosmetic uses. Research on Saw Palmetto has been the subject of a thorough meta-analysis published in the world’s most widely circulated medical journal, JAMA, which showed Saw Palmetto to be assist in the managing Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH), or in other words, enlargement of the prostate gland.
There are also positive trials published on the use of Saw Palmetto to address blandness. Several studies also suggest that Saw Palmetto might be made more effective when combined with chemicals called isoflavones, typically found in foods such as legumes and soy isoflavones are phytoestrogens.
In addition to isoflavones, another sensible approach might be to combine Saw Palmetto with lycopene, a carotenoid chemical found in tomatoes and other vegetables. Lycopene has a potent antioxidant effect on the body.
The fact is that it is vital for men to look after their health, particularly as they approach middle age. It becomes imperative to take action and investigate high quality supplements that will assist with maintaining optimal health.
Some Quick Tips for Healthy Ageing in Men:
- Get your weight under control
- Exercise and move like your life depends on it
- Work on reducing your stress level everyday
- Give up smoking
- Be proactive about improving sexual health
It takes dedication to stay in good health. Watch what you eat and drink, get plenty of rest and manage stress in your life. However, committing to even a few simple changes can significantly improve your physical, emotional and overall well-being.
Commit to a consistent healthy lifestyle and reap the benefits long-term.
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