Men's Health Post 2: Top Concerns, Holistic Modalities & Supplements

Let's talk about the next important items for our Men's Health series! We love our guys and know they need just as much support as our ladies...see Post 1 here. It covers, the top 5 Health Tips and the Top 8 Tests for men. Moving on to addressing those Top Health concerns, Holistic Modalities & Supplements to help our guys get and remain in excellent health! 

Top 5 Health Concerns for Men
    1.    Heart disease including High Blood Pressure, Coronary Artery Disease etc
    2.   Diabetes / metabolic syndrome
    3.    Prostate issues 
    4.    Depression / stress disorders
    5.    Low testosterone / ED

These are simply just some of the main issues our men face but there is so much hope! We just have to be willing and ready to A. encourage them to get the help they need and B. ready to support them where they are where they are going!

Top 5 Holistic Health Modalities for Men (including essential oils)
1. Acupuncture — Supports pain management, stress, hormone health.
2. Massage therapy — Recovery, circulation, tension relief.
3. Chiropractic care — Improves posture, spinal health, reduces pain.
4. Essential oils/aromatherapy -
    •    Peppermint (energy, focus)
    •    Frankincense (stress, immune support)
    •    Cedarwood (calm, testosterone support)
    •    Lavender (sleep, relaxation)
    •    Eucalyptus (respiratory health)
Grab any of these oils HERE and I  will teach you the best ways to use them! You'll be a pro in no time!
5. Herbal adaptogens — Ashwagandha, maca, rhodiola (stress, vitality, testosterone)—under guidance.
Others may include Red Light Therapy, Cold Water Therapy and let us not forget Deep Breathing, regular Exercise and Stretching. 

Top 10 Supplements for Men
Before we jump in to this topic, let me be clear. Some supplements can have drug interactions and remember, too much of a "good" thing is not always a good thing!

Lastly, supplements are a bit of a Wild, Wild West...the ones I suggest are from my professional dispensary, so very well vetted, or from companies that I have been partnering with for many years and use personally with our Miller guys! These supplements are in addition to solid protein powder supplement that we will cover at a later date, however if needed, please send me a message for my tips and tricks on protein powders. 

Moving on...here are the Top 10 supps! 
For customized protocols, please send me a message. 

The following Young Living products can be purchased HERE. 
PowerGize (Young Living)
✅ Adaptogenic blend designed for energy, strength, stamina, and testosterone support. 
Great supplement to give that extra natural, testosterone, supporting boost!

CardioGize (Young Living)
✅ Herbal/antioxidant formula supporting cardiovascular health.
Excellent way to support healthy blood pressure and cholesterol. 

Ningxia Red (Young Living)
✅If you could only choose 1 supplement, I  would simply make this one TOP priority using 2-4 ounces per day. Ningxia Red is a powerful antioxidant supplement drink made from wolfberry puree, blueberry, plum, cherry, aronia, and pomegranate juices, grape seed extract, Yuzu, Tangerine, Lemon and Orange essential oils. The essential oils mixed in Ningxia Red and other Young Living supplements act as catalysts to help deliver nutrients through the cell membranes while assisting in the removal of cellular wastes.
-Supports a healthy immune system
-Helps us be proactive against all the germs coming our way
-Provides energy support
-HUGE source of antioxidants
-Support brain and joint health
-Supports healthy hormone levels
-Supports healthy blood sugar levels
-Can help curb sugar cravings
-Whole-food, nutrient dense supplement full of vitamins, minerals, amino acids and polyphenols

The following products can be purchased HERE. 
Creatine monohydrate
✅ Boosts muscle strength, power, brain health, recovery.

Ashwagandha
✅ Supports testosterone, stress resilience, sleep, mood.
Included in the supplement Powergize above. 

Magnesium (citrate, glycinate)
✅ Muscle recovery, sleep, heart health.

Vitamin D3 + K2
✅ Bone health, immune support, testosterone support.

Zinc (or zinc + copper balance)
✅ Immune health, testosterone, prostate health.

Fish oil (EPA/DHA)
✅ Heart, brain, joint health; reduces inflammation.

Multivitamin for men / whole food blend
✅ To fill nutritional gaps in busy lifestyles.

Peptide therapy (clinician-guided)
✅ For advanced recovery, hormone support, body composition (e.g. BPC-157 for recovery; ipamorelin/CJC for GH support).
This is a heavily talked about subject currently and I  have partnered with this company to provide the best education and product. If this topic is of interest, simply create an account and start to learn and when ready to begin, reach out to me if needed. 

Optional additions:
    •    CoQ10 (heart health, energy production, especially if on statins)

• ​included in the following supplements: 

    •    Probiotic (gut, immunity): See more info here and to purchase: https://m.lfstps.com/zLP9f/KSCu 

For customized protocols, please send me a message. 

Note: Always check with a health professional before starting supplements—especially if you take medications or have medical conditions.

~With Love and Strength, Missy