Men's Health
The supplements men ask about most, with the evidence laid out plainly. Saw palmetto, tongkat ali, zinc, and men's wellness supplements.
Zinc
Immune function, wound healing, DNA synthesis, and reproductive health - supported by decades of clinical evidence
Saw Palmetto
Marketed for prostate health and urinary symptoms associated with BPH, though large clinical trials show it is largely indistinguishable from placebo.
Tongkat Ali
Testosterone support in men with suboptimal levels, cortisol reduction, and modest ergogenic effects - though the evidence base is still small and largely limited to stressed or aging populations.
Fenugreek
Modest blood sugar and HbA1c reductions; mixed signals for testosterone, libido, and lactation support
DHEA
Hormone replacement in adrenal insufficiency, with weaker evidence for mood, libido, and bone density in older adults
Boron
Bone mineral metabolism, modest free testosterone elevation in men, joint and inflammation markers
Mucuna Pruriens
Plant source of L-DOPA studied in Parkinson's disease; speculative use for mood, libido, and male fertility
L-Arginine
Nitric oxide precursor for vasodilation, mild ED support, and amino acid pool
Shilajit
Traditional Ayurvedic resin with limited but real evidence for testosterone support in older or subfertile men; most other claims are speculative
Tribulus Terrestris
Traditional aphrodisiac herb marketed as a testosterone booster; controlled trials in healthy men show no T-raising effect, with a modest libido signal in postmenopausal women
DIM (Diindolylmethane)
Shifts estrogen metabolism toward the 2-hydroxyestrone pathway in human trials; clinical-endpoint benefits are not yet established
Pumpkin Seed Oil
Supports normal prostate function and urinary flow in older men, and supports normal bladder function in adults with overactive-bladder symptoms.
Stinging Nettle
Nettle root supports normal prostate function and urinary flow in older men with BPH-related symptoms; nettle leaf (a separate plant part) supports a normal allergy response in adults with seasonal allergic rhinitis.
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