Metagenics Multi Essentials for Men 50+ is a comprehensive multivitamin and mineral formula tailored to the nutritional needs of men aged 50 and over.

The formula provides a broad range of essential vitamins and minerals.
B vitamins contribute to normal energy-yielding metabolism and the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.
Vitamin D contributes to the normal function of the immune system, and to the maintenance of normal bones and muscle function.
Vitamin K contributes to normal blood clotting and the maintenance of normal bones.

Key minerals including zinc, selenium, magnesium, and iodine further support essential physiological functions.
Zinc contributes to normal testosterone levels in the blood, normal cognitive function, and the normal function of the immune system.
Selenium contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress and to normal thyroid function.
Magnesium contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue and the normal functioning of the nervous system.
Iodine contributes to normal cognitive function and energy-yielding metabolism.

Targeted plant-based ingredients

The formula also includes plant-based ingredients traditionally used in men’s health formulations:

• Bacopa monnieri might have a positive effect on brain system, long-term memory enhancing effects, increase concentration, intelligence, healthy dreams prevent and stress. Health claim ID 2650 pending European approval.
• Bacopa monnieri supports learning ability, cognitive function, concentration, memory ( which is especially important in elderly people due to the physiology of the aging process), improves cognitive and memory skills Health claim ID 3268 pending European approval.
• Bacopa monnieri helps the peripherical blood micro circulation and contributes to normal blood circulation, which is associated with brain performance Health claim ID 3986 pending European approval.
• Ashwagandha supports in periods of mental and nervous tension and of anxiousness, contributes to optimal relaxation, emotional balance and general wellbeing, helps to support relaxation, mental and physical wellbeing. Health claim ID 2183 pending European approval.
• Ashwagandha beneficially affects the heart and cardiovascular system. Health claim ID 2503 pending European approval.
• Ashwagandha has adaptogenic properties Health claim ID 3251 pending European approval.
• Ginger contributes to the natural defences of the body and supports the immune system Health claim ID 2170 pending European approval.
• Ginger contributes to vascular health, which in turn helps to maintain a healthy heart Health claim ID 2171 pending European approval.
• Ginger contributes to the normal function of intestinal tract, contributes to physical well being and contributes to the normal functioning of the stomach in case of early pregnancy Health claim ID 2172 pending European approval.
• Ginger helps prevent feelings of sickness and vomiting associated with using a vehicle and/or seasickness Health claim ID 2506 pending European approval.
• Ginger contributes to enhancement of vitality and has stimulating and tonic properties that contribute to the resistance against fatigue. Health claim ID 2726 pending European approval.
• Ginger helps maintain healthy blood sugar levels Health claim ID 2867 pending European approval.
• Ginger helps maintain optimal secretions in the respiratory tract, aids normal function of airways, helps natural breathing and maintains optimal immune balance in the respiratory tract Health claim ID 2868 pending European approval.
• Ginger helps maintain immunity and has significant antioxidant properties. Health claim ID 4200 pending European approval.
• Green tea extract & Lycopene– contributes to antioxidant activity 

Multi Essentials for Men 50+ is formulated without iron and is supplied in tablet form designed for convenient daily use.

●       Contributes to normalenergy-yielding metabolism:
Calcium, Copper, Iron, Magnesium, Manganese, Thiamine (B1),Riboflavin (B2), Niacin (B3), Biotin (B7), Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C

●       Reduces tiredness &fatigue:
Riboflavin, Niacin, Vitamin B6, Folate, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C, Magnesium

Macronutrient, Lipid &Glucose Metabolism

●       Macronutrient metabolism: Biotin, Zinc

●       Lipid metabolism: Choline

●       Carbohydrate & acid-basemetabolism: Zinc

●       Blood glucose regulation: Chromium

●       Fatty acid metabolism: Zinc

●       Homocysteine metabolism: Choline, Vitamin B6, Folate, Vitamin B12

Cell Division &Specialisation

●       Cell division: Calcium, Magnesium, Folate, Vitamin B12, Vitamin D,Zinc

●       Cell specialisation: Vitamin A, Calcium

Bone Growth, Development& Maintenance

●       Normal bone growth &development in children: Calcium, Vitamin D, Calcium + Vitamin D

●       Bone & teethmaintenance: Calcium, Magnesium, Manganese, Vitamin D, Vitamin K

●       Bone mineral density /osteoporosis risk: Calcium, Calcium +Vitamin D (post-menopausal women)

Connective Tissue &Collagen Formation

●       Formation & maintenanceof connective tissue: Copper, Manganese

●       Normal collagen formation: Vitamin C (for blood vessels, bones, cartilage, skin,teeth, gums)

Blood Formation & OxygenTransport

●       Red blood cell formation: Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Folate

●       Blood clotting: Calcium, Vitamin K

Iron Handling

●       Iron metabolism / transport/ absorption:

o    Vitamin A (metabolism)

o    Riboflavin (metabolism)

o    Copper (transport)

o    Vitamin C (increases absorption)

Muscle Function &Physical Performance

●       Normal muscle function: Calcium, Magnesium, Potassium, Vitamin D

●       Reduces risk of falls due tomuscle weakness (60+ years): Vitamin D

Nervous System &Neurotransmission

●       Normal nervous systemfunction: Copper, Magnesium,Potassium, Thiamine, Riboflavin, Niacin, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C

●       Neurotransmission: Calcium

Psychological Function &Cognition

●       Normal psychologicalfunction: Thiamine, Niacin,Biotin, Folate, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C, Magnesium

Heart & ElectrolyteBalance

●       Normal heart function: Thiamine

●       Electrolyte balance: Magnesium

●       Blood pressure maintenance: Potassium

Immune Function

●       Normal function of theimmune system:
Copper, Selenium, Folate, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C, Vitamin D,Vitamin A, Zinc

●       During & after intensephysical exercise: Vitamin C

●       Children’s immune function: Vitamin D

Antioxidant & CellularProtection

●       Protection of cells fromoxidative stress:
Copper, Manganese, Riboflavin, Selenium, Zinc, Vitamin E, Vitamin C(regenerates reduced Vitamin E)

Skin, Hair & Nails

●       Normal hair & nails: Selenium

●       Normal skin: Vitamin A, Riboflavin, Niacin, Biotin

●       Hair & skinpigmentation: Copper

●       Vision: Vitamin A, Riboflavin

Mucous Membranes

●       Maintenance of mucousmembranes: Vitamin A, Riboflavin,Niacin, Biotin

Digestion & Liver

●       Function of digestiveenzymes: Calcium

●       Liver function: Choline (normal liver function)

Hormonal Activity &Steroid Synthesis

●       Regulation of hormonalactivity: Vitamin B6

●       Synthesis/metabolism ofsteroid hormones, vitamin D & neurotransmitters: Pantothenic acid

Thyroid & ReproductiveHealth

●       Normal thyroid function: Selenium

●       Normal spermatogenesis: Selenium

●       Normal testosterone levelsin blood: Zinc

Pregnancy & MaternalHealth

●       Maternal tissue growthduring pregnancy: Folate

●       Supplemental folic acidimproves maternal folate status; low folate is a risk factor for neural tubedefects: Folate