New Colour formulation of Capsule(achieved with Red Iron Oxide) - a natural colour, added to differentiate between Vitafem. The formulation has not changed.

FOR FERTILITY AND PRECONCEPTION
 
Suitable for vegetarians
 
Vitamen is specially formulated for men, to be taken in easy capsule form, three times a day, with or after food
Healthy parents tend to produce healthy babies. And healthy babies, in general, grow into healthy children and adults. Much emphasis is given to the importance of a woman’s health and nutritional status before and during pregnancy. But her male partner plays an equally crucial role at conception. The creation of a healthy baby requires not just a healthy egg but a good supply of properly formed mobile sperm as well.
Over the past few years we have seen an increase in the number of men with low sperm counts. Recent research suggests that of the one in four couples who take longer than the average to conceive, the cause, in around one-third of cases, lies with the male partner.

Other research has indicated that up to eighty percent of birth defects are caused by defective male sperm. And it is now known that the cause of a Down’s syndrome baby may also lie with either the mother or the father.

But don't worry - there is a lot that can be done simply by making changes in nutrition and lifestyle. Poor sperm health, whether it be a low count, poor motility or malformations, can generally be improved by optimising the father’s overall health and nutritional status. But it is sensible to start this process as soon as possible. Sperm take ten weeks to develop sufficiently to leave the body, so planning for a pregnancy should start at least four months before conception takes place. That means giving up smoking, alcohol and social/recreational drugs, checking for genito-urinary infections, avoiding hot baths and tight clothing, eating healthily and taking supplementation, when necessary, to help redress nutritional imbalances.

Vitamen is a fantastic supplement specially formulated for men. So far as we know, it is the only one of its kind. Zita has spent a great deal of time researching what really makes a difference to sperm health and Vitamen is the result of all her hard work.

But remember, it is no good taking vitamins if you are not getting the rest of the basics right. Drinking plenty of water is one of them - at least 2 litres a day. Water is a large component of sperm, so a good, regular supply is vital in the process of production.

Vitamen is a premium multivitamin and multi-mineral supplement. It contains essential nutrients needed to prepare for conception and produce healthy sperm.

One capsule should be taken three times a day, ideally for at least 3 months prior to conception. Vitamen is suitable for vegetarians. It is free from artificial colours, preservatives and gluten and is certified non-GM.

Ingredients

Three capsules a day typically provide:

 Vitamin E  180iu   120mg  120 RDA%
 Vitamin C  600mg  1000 RDA%
 Niacin (Vitamin B3)  30mg  167 RDA%
 Vitamin B6  10mg  500 RDA%
 Magnesium  150mg  50 RDA%
 Zinc  15mg  100 RDA%
 Selenium  75ug  
 L-Arginine  300mg  
 Lysine  200mg  
 L-Carnitine  100mg  
 Taurine  100mg  
 Lycopene  10mg  
 Coenzyme Q10  5mg  
 Korean Ginseng  210mg   
     

 
Vitamen - Ingredients and Their Benefits

·Arginine – an amino acid vital for sperm health
·Ginseng – an all-round general tonic
·Lysine – an amino acid essential for sperm health
·Selenium – contributes to sperm health. Research suggests a possible link between low levels of selenium in older parents and babies with Downs Syndrome.
·Vitamin B12 – helps to maintain a high sperm count
·Vitamin C – increases sperm count and motility and decreases the risk of sperm damage. Helps to remove lead from the body. Particularly important if the diet is low in fresh fruit and vegetables.
·Vitamin E –important anti-oxidant. Deficiency can cause damage to reproductive tissues.
·Zinc – needed to make the outer layer and tail of the sperm. Zinc is lost with each ejaculation, so an active sex life and a low zinc diet places a man at risk. Deficiency can cause impotence, infertility, and a low sperm count.
 

Source Ingredients:
 

Vitamin C (as Ascorbic Acid), L-Arginine Hydrochloride, Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose, Magnesium Oxide,  L-Lysine Hydrochloride, Modified Corn Starch 1, Korean Ginseng (Panax Ginseng), L-Carnitine-L-Tartrate, Vitamin E (D-Alpha Tocopheryl Acetate 2), Taurine, Soya Oil 2, Silica, Zinc Citrate, Sunflower Oil, Vegetable Magnesium Stearate, Niacin (Nicotinamide), Water, Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine Hydrochloride), Lycopene, Colour: Titanium Dioxide, Coenzyme Q10, Folic Acid, Sodium Selenite, Vitamin B12 (Cyanocobalamin) Allergen Information: - 1 From Corn 2 From Soya
Allergen Information
Derived from Corn: Modified corn starch
Derived from Soya: Vitamin E (D-Alpha Tocopheryl Acetate); Soya Oil

Frequently Asked Questions

Will Vitamen improve my partner’s sperm count?
Research has shown that the vitamins and minerals used in Vitamen help with sperm health. Sperm health includes mobility, motility, formation, and sperm count.

Should my partner be doing anything else to improve the health of his sperm?
There are a lot of lifestyle changes that can be made productively. Click here for more information

All Zita West nutritional products have been approved by the HFMA (Health Food Manufacturers' Association) and have been formulated in accordance with Department of Health guidelines.