Men's Health

Nutritional needs can change with age and life stage. Learn about key vitamins and nutrients for men and what to consider as your needs change over time.¹,²

✅ Reviewed by Jamieson's Science Team

Quick Answers

Do men’s nutrient needs change?

Yes. Nutrient needs can change with age and other factors.¹,²

What areas of men’s health can supplements support?

Options include everyday nutrition, prostate health, energy, and healthy testosterone levels.

Do men need a multivitamin?

Needs vary based on diet, age, life stage, and other factors.²

What changes after 50?

Nutrition remains important with age, with specific Health Canada guidance for vitamin D after 50.¹,²

What vitamins do men need?

There isn't one list of vitamins and minerals that every man needs to supplement. Eating a variety of nutritious foods is the foundation for getting the nutrients your body needs.² 

Nutritional needs can also change with age and other individual factors. Health Canada provides specific supplementation guidance for certain life stages, including vitamin D after age 50.¹,² 

Key Ingredients for Men's Health

Vitamin D

Supports healthy bones and teeth and helps the body absorb calcium.¹

Zinc

An essential mineral found across Jamieson's men's health formulas, including products designed to support men's everyday nutritional needs.

Saw Palmetto

Supports healthy prostate function and helps relieve urinary symptoms associated with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).

Everyday foundations for men’s health

  • Eat a variety of nutritious foods: Choose vegetables and fruits, whole grain foods, and protein foods as part of a healthy eating pattern.² 
  • Build healthy habits: Make water your drink of choice, be mindful of eating habits, and choose nutritious foods regularly.² 
  • Recognize changing needs: Age and other factors can influence your nutritional needs over time.¹,² 

What to look for in men’s health support

Start with what you need, then choose a product that fits your life.

  • Consider your life stage: Nutritional needs can change with age and other factors.¹,² 
  • Know what you’re looking for: Consider which nutrients may be relevant to your diet and needs. 
  • Check the label: Review medicinal ingredients, amounts, recommended use, directions, and cautions. 
  • Watch for overlap: Check whether multiple supplements contain the same vitamins or minerals. 
  • Find the right fit: Consider the format and dietary features that work for your routine. 
  • Look for quality: Look for an eight-digit NPN, which identifies a natural health product licensed by Health Canada.³ 

For more than 100 years, Jamieson has combined scientific expertise with rigorous quality testing. Every product is backed by the Jamieson 360 Quality Promise. 

*It is important to consult your trusted healthcare practitioner before adding any new natural health supplement to your routine

FAQs

What vitamins should men take daily?

There isn't one supplement routine that's appropriate for every man. Nutritional needs vary based on diet, age, and other factors, and a variety of nutritious foods should be the foundation.²

What vitamins are important for men?

Men need a range of vitamins and minerals for good health. Rather than focusing on one nutrient, Health Canada recommends eating a variety of nutritious foods to help meet nutritional needs.²

Do men need a daily multivitamin?

Not necessarily. Health Canada notes that vitamin and mineral supplements generally aren't required when eating a variety of nutritious foods, although specific supplementation is recommended at certain life stages.²

Sources

1. Health Canada. Vitamin D. Government of Canada.[Text Wrapping Break] Government of Canada: Vitamin D 

2. Health Canada. Applying Canada’s Dietary Guidelines: Advice on Vitamin and Mineral Supplementation. Government of Canada.[Text Wrapping Break] Government of Canada: Vitamin and Mineral Supplementation 

3. Health Canada. Licensed Natural Health Products Database. Government of Canada.[Text Wrapping Break] Government of Canada: Licensed Natural Health Products Database