Does getting older have you feeling less like yourself? Do you look in the mirror and wonder who’s staring back at you? 

We all know aging isn’t just about looks. It’s about how you feel. If your energy, endurance, competitive drive, and libido aren’t what they used to be it’s easy to fall into thinking that there’s nothing you can do about getting older.

But you don’t have to suffer from these changes, thinking they’re an inevitable part of growing up. Certain herbal supplements can minimize the symptoms of aging so you can feel like you’re in the prime of your life again.

Here are the top supplements available to help you regain some of your youthful vitality and get back to feeling like yourself.

Best Supplements for Men Over 50

Saw Palmetto

Saw Palmetto comes from the blue-black berries that grow on a small palm tree wild in areas around the United States, from Texas to South Carolina. Historically, it has been used to treat urinary tract disorders, persistent coughs, digestive issues, impotence, and infertility. Most recently, it is said to relieve the symptoms of an enlarged prostate gland. 

Men over 50 who take saw palmetto on a daily basis may notice a reduction of:

• Frequent and painful urination
• Weak urine flow
• Difficulty emptying the bladder completely
  
  

Additionally, saw palmetto produces fewer side effects compared to other prostate drugs and has been shown to reduce inflammation including in the prostate. 

Glucosamine and Chondroitin

Together, glucosamine and chondroitin have been studied in relation to joint pain and osteoarthritis in the knee and hip. The two amino acids are naturally occurring in the body, making up the structural components of the cartilage that cushions the joints. Overall, research says they produce no major side effects. The only potential risk is when the two are taken with the use of Warfarin. 

Taking these supplements may help relieve pain or reduce inflammation resulting from the breakdown of cartilage as you age. This can help you feel better every day, as well as reduce joint damage caused by arthritis.

Ginkgo Biloba

Ginkgo Biloba is a powerful antioxidant that has many benefits, including:

• Fighting inflammation
• Improving circulation and heart health
• Reducing symptoms of dementia  
• Improving brain function, reducing anxiety, treating depression, and relieving headaches or migraines
• Supporting vision and eye health
• Improving asthma and COPD
• Treating sexual disfunction
  
  

More research is needed on if and how Ginkgo Biloba provides these benefits, but it has been shown to help and can improve your well-being if added to your daily routine. 

Vitamin B12

Due to the slowdown of digestive processes as you age, your gut flora produces less vitamin B12 than it used to. As you age, you may need to take supplements to make sure you’re getting the correct amount of B12 you need to maintain your health. 

Vitamin B12 is an essential nutrient that keeps your body functioning the way it should. It helps support your:

• Cardiovascular health
• Neurological functions
• Immune system
• Brain function
• Overall metabolism
  
  

B12 also supports your body’s nerve and blood cells, helps make DNA, and prevents a type of anemia that can make you feel tired and weak. If you are looking for a supplement that boosts your overall health, B12 is the way to go.

Magnesium

Magnesium is one of the most important supplements you can take in your 50s because it plays a vital role in metabolism, energy production, blood pressure, and bone strength. 

Magnesium is used to transport calcium to the bones and potassium to the cell membranes. Only when your cell membranes have enough potassium can your nerves, muscles, and heart function at their best. 

There are various types of magnesium supplements available, including magnesium citrate, magnesium stearate, and magnesium chloride. This guide breaks down the differences between the types of magnesium so you can choose the best one for your health.

Vitamin D

As you age, your skin no longer efficiently synthesizes vitamin D from the sun. Calcium absorption, immune function support, and cellular development all depend on vitamin D, and a deficiency of vitamin D can lead to a loss of bone density as well as bone pain and muscle weakness. 

Vitamin D is important for your bone health and should be added to your regimen as you get older. Consider taking the supplement with orange juice and a calcium supplement to boost absorption.

Omega-3’s

Omega-3 fatty acids support a healthy heart, brain, eyes, joints, bones, and skin. They can also help improve your overall mood and improve your sleep quality. 

Additionally, omega-3 fish oil supplements have been shown to:

• Reduce the likelihood of heart attack and stroke
• Lower blood pressure
• Slow the buildup of plaque in the arteries
• Reduce the chance of abnormal heart rhythm
• Lessen the chance of sudden cardiac death in people with heart disease
• Reduce triglycerides
  
  

Today, there are more types of omega-3 supplements than ever. Krill oil, fish oil, and flax seed oil are all good sources.

Amino Acids

Proteins are used to build and repair tissues, to make enzymes, hormones, and other bodily chemicals, and to build bones, muscles, cartilage, skin, and blood in large part. They also make up the majority of your hair and nails.

Generally speaking, your body needs protein in relatively large quantities just as it does fats and carbohydrates. But it does not store protein in a reservoir to draw on when there’s a need. Supplementing protein could, therefore, help you achieve the look and feel you’re missing as the years pass by. 

Whether you’re looking to gain muscle, improve your strength, or lose weight—or a combination of all three—protein supplements can help you achieve those goals. 

Matrix Age Management: Your Guide To Better Health

At Matrix Age Management, we believe that you can look and feel as young as you perceive yourself to be. We want to help you get there naturally and safely with our help. 

That’s why we offer a customized Age Management Program designed to help enhance your overall health so you can enjoy every day of your life to the fullest. Our treatments are based on your personal medical assessment and lab work, and we make it easy to get started. Give us a call today to see how we can help.