DIY: Men’s Herbal Multivitamin

I used the original herbal multivitamin to restore my body postpartum. The tincture likely played a vital role in making my body healthy enough to conceive, and it certainly staved off morning sickness during my pregnancy.

But, while the original formula is excellent for women, children, and men, men have unique health needs too. That’s why I created a formula designed for those manly needs. I also formulated a pre-made men’s herbal multivitamin — Earthley’s Nourish Him Naturally.

I removed the catnip and spearmint from the original recipe, primarily used for B vitamins (important to women’s health, especially fertility). It’s not that men don’t need B vitamins, but they can be found in dandelion and nettle, too. The catnip and spearmint were reinforcements, and the spearmint, particularly, was there for folate, which is critical to fetal development. Men don’t have the same needs for these nutrients.

So, what are the ingredients and the benefits?

About the Herbs

Instead, the men’s formula features five herbs: saw palmetto, ashwagandha, dandelion leaf, nettle, and alfalfa.

Saw palmetto was chosen because it supports prostate and sexual health and benefits men’s hormone balance. Additional health benefits of saw palmetto include:

• Anti-inflammatory properties
• Support prostate health and urinary tract health
• Supports healthy testosterone levels
• and supports hair health

Ashwagandha was picked for its anti-inflammatory, anti-stress, and anti-anxiety properties. Additional health benefits of ashwagandha include:

• Helps adrenal fatigue
• Support brain functionality and testosterone levels

Dandelion is used because it promotes healthy blood sugar levels and supports liver function. Additional health benefits of dandelion include:

• Highly nutritious
• Rich in antioxidants
• Supports the immune system
• Anti-inflammatory properties

Nettle is used because it’s an anti-inflammatory full of vitamins and minerals. Additional health benefits of nettle include:

• Supports healthy blood antioxidant levels
• Supports healthy blood pressure

Alfalfa is used for its high vitamin and mineral content. Additional health benefits of alfalfa include:

• Rich in nutrients
• Antioxidant properties
• Supports metabolic health

Men’s Herbal Multivitamin

Ingredients:

• 6 tbsp. dandelion leaf
• 6 tbsp. nettle leaf
• 3 tbsp. alfalfa
• 2 tbsp. saw palmetto
• 2 tbsp. ashwagandha
• 1 1/2 cups vegetable glycerin
• 1 1/2 cups filtered water

Directions:

Step 1: Gather your ingredients.

Step 2: Put the dandelion leaf, nettle, alfalfa, saw palmetto, and ashwagandha into a glass quart-size mason jar.

Step 3: Add the glycerin and the water and shake to combine.

Step 4: Let this sit in a dark, cool place for six weeks, then strain.

The dose is about 1-2 tbsp. per day (you may find that you ‘crave’ more when you need more, so let your body’s needs guide this).