Men’s Essentials contains B group vitamins (B1, B3, B5) and active B vitamins (riboflavin sodium phosphate and co-methylcobalamin) which support the body’s energy production. Zinc and vitamins A, C and D support healthy immune system function. Zinc is also important for the maintenance of healthy testosterone levels and selenium contributes to normal sperm production. Rhodiola is used in traditional Chinese and eastern European herbal medicine to help the body adapt to stress and support mental stamina.
- Schisandra is used in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) as an adaptogen, to help the body adapt to stress and to relieve symptoms of sleeplessness. It is also used in TCM as a tonic for the kidneys.
- Rhodiola is used in traditional eastern European medicine to help the body adapt to stress and support mental stamina.
- Vitamins B9 and B12 can assist in maintaining blood health and levomefolic acid (L-5MTHF), pyridoxal-5-phosphate and mecobalamin help reduce homocysteine levels.
- Vitamins B2, B3, B5, B6 and B12 support the body’s energy production and contribute to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.
- Vitamins C, A, D and zinc support normal immune system function.
- Antioxidants vitamin C, E and selenium and lycopene help reduce free radical damage to cells.
- Iodine supports normal healthy thyroid function and the production of thyroid hormones.
- Vitamin D and vitamin K2 contribute to the maintenance of normal bones and vitamin D contributes to the absorption and utilisation of calcium and phosphorus.
- Selenium supports sperm production.
- Zinc is important for the maintenance of healthy testosterone levels and supports cognitive function.
Adults: Take 1 capsule two times a day, or as professionally prescribed. Take with food.
Each capsule contains:
Vitamins:
Retinol palmitate 341 micrograms
equiv. to vitamin A187.5 micrograms retinol equivalents
Thiamine hydrochloride (vitamin B1)31.8 mg
equiv. to thiamine (vitamin B1)25 mg
Riboflavin (vitamin B2)20 mg
Riboflavin sodium phosphate (active vitamin B2)6.8 mg
equiv. to riboflavin (vitamin B2)5 mg
Nicotinic acid (vitamin B3)2.5 mg
Nicotinamide (vitamin B3)50 mg
Calcium pantothenate 50 mg
equiv. to pantothenic acid (vitamin B5)45.8 mg
Pyridoxal-5-phosphate monohydrate (P5P) (active vitamin B6)4.1 mg
equiv. to pyridoxine (vitamin B6)2.5 mg
Pyridoxine hydrochloride 30.4 mg
equiv. to pyridoxine (vitamin B6)25 mg
Calcium folinate 137 micrograms
equiv. to folinic acid (activated vitamin B9)100 micrograms
Levomefolate calcium130.4 micrograms
equiv. to levomefolic acid (5-MTHF)(active vitamin B9)100 micrograms
Cyanocobalamin (vitamin B12)100 micrograms
Mecobalamin (co-methylcobalamin) (active vitamin B12)100 micrograms
Ascorbic acid (vitamin C)50 mg
Colecalciferol12.4 micrograms
equiv. to vitamin D3500 IU
Vitamin E (as d-alpha tocopheryl acid succinate)20.7 mg
equiv. to vitamin E25 IU
Biotin75 micrograms
Menaquinone 7 (vitamin K2)7.5 micrograms
Minerals:
Boron (as borax)0.5 mgCalcium (as citrate tetrahydrate)12.5 mgChromium (as picolinate)25 microgramsCopper (as copper gluconate)100 microgramsIodine (as potassium iodide)37.5 microgramsMagnesium (as phosphate pentahydrate)20 mgManganese (as amino acid chelate)1.5 mgMolybdenum (as molybdenum trioxide)62.5 microgramsPotassium (as iodide)11.6 microgramsSelenium (as selenomethionine)25 microgramsZinc (as amino acid chelate)10 mgNutrients:Choline bitartrate50 mgInositol (myo-inositol)25 mgLycopene100 micrograms
Herbal extracts dry concentrate:
Schisandra chinensis (schisandra) fruit37.5 mg
equiv. to dry750 mgRhodiola rosea (rhodiola) root25 mg
equiv. to dry250 mg
*RE = retinol equivalents
- KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
- Always read the label. Follow the directions for use.
- If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
- Supplements may only be of assistance if dietary intake is inadequate.
- Stop taking this medication if you experience tingling, burning or numbness and see your healthcare practitioner as soon as possible [contains vitamin B6].
- This product contains selenium which is toxic in high doses. A daily dose of 150micrograms for adults of selenium from dietary supplements should not be exceeded.
- If you are pregnant, or considering becoming pregnant, do not take vitamin A supplements without consulting your doctor or pharmacist. When taken in excess of 3000 micrograms retinol equivalents, vitamin A can cause birth defects.
- The recommended daily amount of vitamin A from all sources is 700 micrograms retinol equivalents for women and 900 micrograms retinol equivalents for men.
- Not suitable for use in women.
- Contains ethanol no more than 3% v/v as a preservative and sulfites.
- If you have any pre-existing conditions or are on any medications always talk to your health professional before use.
- Some products should be ceased at least two weeks before any elective surgery, please confirm with your health professional.
WARNING: Stop taking this medication if you experience tingling, burning or numbness and see your healthcare practitioner as soon as possible. [Contains B6]
