I saw one of those half-hour paid advertisements on TV for a brand of prostate supplement (created by a Harvard doctor) that claimed amazing results. It caught my attention only because I was seriously thinking about my sleep issues, and one factor affecting my sleep was my relatively recent habit of waking up during the night to urinate. This started about a year ago, I think. (I'm 61.) I had never thought about a solution prior to seeing that commercial, and I never really thought about the problem at all, before seeing that commercial. So, it caught my attention. (I can't remember the name of the product.)So, I went online to investigate the product. Found that it was expensive, and that it was also available on iHerb. But, iHerb also suggested other products ... MoreI saw one of those half-hour paid advertisements on TV for a brand of prostate supplement (created by a Harvard doctor) that claimed amazing results. It caught my attention only because I was seriously thinking about my sleep issues, and one factor affecting my sleep was my relatively recent habit of waking up during the night to urinate. This started about a year ago, I think. (I'm 61.) I had never thought about a solution prior to seeing that commercial, and I never really thought about the problem at all, before seeing that commercial. So, it caught my attention. (I can't remember the name of the product.)So, I went online to investigate the product. Found that it was expensive, and that it was also available on iHerb. But, iHerb also suggested other products of similar nature. Previous to that, I did not know that there were other similar products addressing the same issues as the product advertised on TV. So, I learned something new: there is a whole category of supplements devoted to prostate health issues -- most notably, the problem of frequent urination.After reviewing about 20 products, I decided to try Doctor's Best. This formula has descent quantities of all the major common ingredients. It has among the highest -- if not the highest-- of saw palmetto (640 mg per daily serving). It lacks pumpkin seed oil and green tea extract -- two ingredients often contained in other brands. I saw this as a possible deficiency, but I could find no "perfect formula" brand. Doctor's Best does not contain graviola -- a fact that I considered of utmost importance. Some other brands contain everything plus the kitchen sink (including graviola). The daily cost of this brand is 57 cents: you take 4 capsules/day. One bottle of 120 capsules is the equivalence of a 30-day supply @ $21.29. This is much cheaper than the big advertised-on-TV brands.

High quality wheat germ product! I love NOW. I take wheat germ for its high natural vitamin e content, which is a potent antioxidant that is great for heart, eye, and skin health. Unfortunately, research on vitamin e supplemetnation is mixed, with there being discrepancy about the forms being used in research studies (e.g., d-alpha vs dl-alpha). Moreover, it might not be ideal to taken single forms of tocopherol versus complete forms (e.g., mixed tocopherols AND tocotrienols). Based on DNA testing, I showed a higher need for certain fat soluble vitamins, including vitamin e. So, to meet my daily quota, I mix in some wheat germ oil (130% of daily recommended intake per serving). I figure it might be better to just take the natural oil rather than go overboard with ... MoreHigh quality wheat germ product! I love NOW. I take wheat germ for its high natural vitamin e content, which is a potent antioxidant that is great for heart, eye, and skin health. Unfortunately, research on vitamin e supplemetnation is mixed, with there being discrepancy about the forms being used in research studies (e.g., d-alpha vs dl-alpha). Moreover, it might not be ideal to taken single forms of tocopherol versus complete forms (e.g., mixed tocopherols AND tocotrienols). Based on DNA testing, I showed a higher need for certain fat soluble vitamins, including vitamin e. So, to meet my daily quota, I mix in some wheat germ oil (130% of daily recommended intake per serving). I figure it might be better to just take the natural oil rather than go overboard with isolated compounds--at least for this vitamin. Straight up wheat germ oil with no additives or ingredients. NOW supplements is one of my go-to products! I try to watch my vitamin e intake to lower inflammation, improve skin and tissue integrity, and to lower cholesterol. I don't even mind the taste!

My Natural Health Physician informs me that of all of turmeric's health benefits, it's best known as a powerful anti-inflammatory. And inflammation is at the root of all diseases--arthritis, heart disease, and even diabetes. He also informs that another key factor in the development of numerous diseases is oxidative stress. This occurs when your body has too many free radicals, which damage proteins, tissues, and even your very DNA. Over time, oxidative damage can lead to major diseases like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. One study showed that supplementing with curcuminoids reduced levels of oxidative stress in people with an inherited blood disorder. And, he informs that inflammation and oxidative stress both play a role in the growth and spread of cancer--so it's ... MoreMy Natural Health Physician informs me that of all of turmeric's health benefits, it's best known as a powerful anti-inflammatory. And inflammation is at the root of all diseases--arthritis, heart disease, and even diabetes. He also informs that another key factor in the development of numerous diseases is oxidative stress. This occurs when your body has too many free radicals, which damage proteins, tissues, and even your very DNA. Over time, oxidative damage can lead to major diseases like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. One study showed that supplementing with curcuminoids reduced levels of oxidative stress in people with an inherited blood disorder. And, he informs that inflammation and oxidative stress both play a role in the growth and spread of cancer--so it's no wonder that as an anti-inflammatory and antioxidant, curcumin has an anti-cancer impact as well. And, he informs that supplementing with up to 4,000 mg of curcumin per day has been shown to improve numerous indicators of heart health, including lowering total and LDL cholesterol, and decreasing the amount of fat in the blood. Lastly, he informs that one study showed that consuming up to 1,000 mg of curcumin daily for six weeks led to improvements in symptoms of depression and anxiety. It's also been found to manage numerous factors that are involved in the development of Alzheimer's, including inflammation, oxidative stress, and the formation of beta-amyloid plaques in the brain. I am 72 years old and my wife is 68. Curcumin is a perfect fit for us, in fact, an essential daily supplement. Doctor's Best High Absorption Curcumin is an excellent product designed to be effectively absorbed by the body. Otherwise, curcumin is difficult for the body to absorb. A excellent product, good value, highly recommend.