Optimen
ON Optimum Nutrition
Overview
Optimen is a multivitamin that offers high doses of many essential vitamins and minerals, along with a complex blend of other ingredients marketed for various aspects of men's health. While individual ingredients may have benefits, the overall effectiveness is limited by the fact that some may be underdosed and the use of proprietary blends hinders assessment.
The Good
Provides a broad spectrum of vitamins and minerals at high potency
Includes a blend of amino acids, fruit and vegetable extracts, and adaptogens
May contribute to improved overall nutritional status for those with deficiencies
The Bad
High doses of some vitamins may be unnecessary
Potential for interactions with certain medications
Contains a large number of ingredients, some of which are in proprietary blends
Is it for you?
Best For: Active men, athletes, individuals seeking general health support
Skip If: You have specific medical conditions or are taking medications that may interact with certain vitamins or minerals.
Ingredients Analysis
Vitamin A
10000 IUVitamin C
300 mgVitamin D
1500 IUVitamin E
200 IUVitamin K
75 mcgThiamin
75 mgRiboflavin
75 mgNiacin
75 mgVitamin B6
50 mgFolic Acid
600 mcgVitamin B12
100 mcgBiotin
300 mcgPantothenic Acid
75 mgCalcium
50 mgIodine
150 mcgMagnesium
80 mgZinc
15 mgSelenium
200 mcgCopper
2 mgManganese
2 mgChromium
120 mcgMolybdenum
80 mcgPhyto Men Blend
100 mgViri Men Blend
50 mgEnzyme Blend
50 mgAlpha Lipoic Acid
25 mgCholine
10 mgInositol
10 mgBoron
2 mgLycopene
500 mcgLutein
500 mcgAlpha Carotene
140 mcgVanadium
100 mcgCryptoxanthin
34 mcgZeaxanthin
28 mcgHow to Use
Typically, take 3 tablets daily with food. Consult product label for specific serving size.
Daily
Morning & Evening
With meals
