Foundation Essentials for Men
NuMedica
Overview
Foundation Essentials for Men provides a broad spectrum of essential vitamins and minerals, many at effective daily values. The inclusion of CoQ10 and Omega-3s at relevant doses further supports cardiovascular health. However, the efficacy of some specialized ingredients like Saw Palmetto and Pumpkin Seed Extract may be limited by potentially underdosed amounts, and the overall blend for male-specific benefits isn't strongly supported by collective research at these specific dosages.
The Good
Comprehensive multivitamin/multimineral blend for general health support.
Includes effective doses of CoQ10 and Omega-3 fatty acids (EPA/DHA) for cardiovascular and energetic support.
Utilizes highly bioavailable forms of minerals (Albion™ TRAACS™ chelates).
The Bad
Specific male health botanicals (Saw Palmetto, Pumpkin Seed Extract, Tribulus Terrestris, Asian Ginseng) are significantly underdosed, rendering their efficacy minimal for targeted benefits.
Vitamin A content from pre-formed sources requires caution against excessive total daily intake from all sources.
Potassium amount (49mg) is very minimal and unlikely to provide significant benefit or address common deficiencies.
Is it for you?
Best For: Men seeking comprehensive daily nutritional support, adolescents to seniors
Skip If: You are allergic to fish or fish oil, or if advised against by a healthcare practitioner due to medication interactions.
Ingredients Analysis
Vitamin E
30 IUCoq10
100 mgMixed Tocopherols
15 mgCalories From Fat
10 Calorie(s)Eicosapentaenoic Acid
360 mgDocosahexaenoic Acid
240 mgVitamin A
5000 IUVitamin C
125 mgVitamin D3
200 IUVitamin E
50 IUThiamine
10 mgRiboflavin
10 mgNiacin
30 mgVitamin B6
10 mgFolate
400 mcgVitamin B12
300 mcgBiotin
500 mcgPantothenic Acid
100 mgCalcium
50 mgPhosphorus
2 mgIodine
50 mcgMagnesium
100 mgZinc
7 mgSelenium
50 mcgManganese
250 mcgChromium
250 mcgMolybdenum
25 mcgPotassium
49 mgN-Acetyl L-Cysteine
25 mgCholine
20 mgInositol
20 mgGlycine
15 mgL-Taurine
15 mgL-Glutamic Acid
12.5 mgL-Alanine
12.5 mgAsian Ginseng
12.5 mgRutin
8 mgHesperidin
8 mgQuercetin
6 mgLutein
37.5 mcgHow to Use
Typically taken daily, likely with a meal for optimal absorption of fat-soluble vitamins and CoQ10.
Daily
Morning
With food
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