Essential "guardian" elements in men's bodies

Boron: A treasure for the prostate

Men who consume a lot of boron have a 65% lower risk of developing prostate cancer than men who consume less. This shows that consuming an appropriate amount of boron can effectively reduce the occurrence of prostate cancer. Boron is widely found in fruits and nuts, and eating more tomatoes can also protect the prostate. Other foods rich in boron include grapes, dried fruits, avocados, red wine and grape juice. In addition, vanilla ice cream also contains boron.

Fatty acids: Heart protection experts

Studies have shown that omega-3s fatty acids can indeed reduce the mortality rate of heart disease. Researchers have also found that omega-3s can effectively treat autoimmune diseases (such as rheumatoid arthritis and systemic lupus erythematosus), and can regulate the fat content of brain cells and delay brain cell aging. 1 gram a day is enough. But for men with heart problems, the daily intake should be 2 to 4 grams. This fatty acid has a certain fishy smell. Foods such as sardines, tuna, herring, etc. are considered to be good sources of omega-3s fatty acids.

Folic acid: Keep men away from premature Alzheimer's disease

Swedish researchers found that the incidence of early Alzheimer's disease is high in men. Increased cysteine ​​can increase the incidence of early Alzheimer's disease, resulting in early symptoms such as intellectual decline and memory loss. In addition, cysteine ​​is an amino acid that promotes blood coagulation. Further research has found that folic acid can effectively reduce cysteine ​​levels, thereby increasing the amount of blood entering the brain, so folic acid can help prevent arterial embolism. Food sources of folic acid include citrus fruits, beans, etc.

Calcium: Makes men's bones strong

The amount of calcium that Chinese men take in from food every day is far from meeting the body's needs, and middle-aged men lose calcium every day. Studies have found that men who take in more calcium have stronger bones and are slimmer on average than men who take in less. Proper calcium supplementation also has a weight loss effect. The recommended daily calcium intake for men is 1 gram, but most men cannot do this. Calcium citrate is more suitable for absorption. The intake can be distributed like this: take half of the amount in the morning, which is about 600 mg, and take the other half in the evening, because this way of taking can achieve the maximum absorption. In fact, a glass of milk contains 300 mg of calcium!

Pan-enzyme: Stimulate male energy

Panenzyme is a fat-soluble natural vitamin-like substance that exists in many organisms. It can help human cells to find ways to obtain energy, thereby stimulating the release of male energy, which is a way to keep him young and energetic. It is also a natural antioxidant produced by cells themselves, but when men age, the amount of panenzyme produced by the body will decrease accordingly. Recent studies have also shown that panenzyme can enhance the body's immune function and has an effective control effect on cancer, Parkinson's disease and Huntington's disease, and can thin the blood, thereby preventing heart disease. Researchers recommend that 100 mg per day is most suitable. This substance can be purchased at health food stores.

Chitosan: Men's joint lubricant

Chitosan can reduce joint pain, increase joint strength by 25%, and prevent progressive rheumatic knee arthritis. In addition, Japanese research has confirmed that chitosan has an immune-enhancing effect and helps reduce the damage of tumor cells. In today's increasingly serious environmental pollution, chitosan helps reduce the accumulation of heavy metals in the body and excrete waste, thereby ensuring the normal functioning of the body's physiological functions. Adding foods such as shrimp and crabs to the diet can increase the intake of chitosan.

Selenium: Helps men fight cancer

Experiments have shown that a lack of selenium in the diet will cause an increase in lipid peroxides. This type of lipid peroxide grows on the skin as age spots, and can also accumulate in the heart, blood vessels, liver and brain cells, causing many systemic diseases. The human diet needs 200 micrograms of selenium per day. Of course, if you are sick, it is better to have more. Brazil nuts are rich in natural selenium, with each nut containing 100 nanograms of selenium.

Vitamin E: Slows down aging

Vitamin E is one of the most effective antioxidant substances. When men are young, normal physiological functions can produce antioxidants to resist the oxidation reaction of free radicals. But when men reach 30-40 years old, the free radicals generated in the body will increase, while the antioxidants generated will decrease. Therefore, for men who are under increasing pressure to survive, supplementing vitamin E is an effective way to prevent aging. Use 400 international units per day. Most people can only take in a small amount of vitamin E from their daily diet (mixed foods contain 45 international units). You can let him increase his vitamin E intake by eating some dried fruits and oils. In nature, vitamin E is widely distributed in foods such as animal and plant oils, egg yolks, milk, fruits, and lettuce leaves. It is even richer in wheat germ oil, corn oil, peanut oil, and cottonseed oil.

Zinc: The substance of sexual happiness

Zinc is essential for the production of more than 200 kinds of hormones in the human body and nine chemical signaling systems in the brain - neurotransmitters. Zinc plays an important role in maintaining cell integrity, cell proliferation and immune function. Male semen contains high concentrations of zinc, so men with frequent sexual activity are prone to zinc deficiency. Zinc also helps maintain brain function. The recommended intake standard is 800 mg/day, but the latest dietary survey shows that less than 1/3 of Chinese men's zinc intake meets the requirement. Foods rich in zinc include seafood (oysters, shellfish, marine fish), lean meat, etc.