Multivitamin for men: zinc, selenium and what to choose

Quick answer

Choose a multivitamin for men by its zinc and selenium doses and by what you need it for. EFSA's reference values for an adult man are 9.4–16.3 mg of zinc and 70 µg of selenium a day. Stivits has Zinc 25 mg and Selenium 100 µg as separate products: 1 tablet a day, and one pack lasts 180 days. Men's Premium Complex has 7.5 mg of zinc, 50 µg of selenium and 16 more vitamins and minerals in 1 tablet a day, and one pack lasts 120 days. Zinc contributes to the normal function of the immune system. Selenium contributes to the normal thyroid function. A varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle are important.

Zinc and selenium in Stivits products for men: compared by numbers

Stivits product, daily servingZincSeleniumVitamin B9Vitamin B6Plants and other ingredientsLasts
Zinc 25 mg as Gluconate, 1 tablet25 mgnonenonenonenone180 days
Selenium as L-selenomethionine 100 mcg, 1 tabletnone100 µgnonenonenone180 days
Men's Premium Complex, 1 tablet7.5 mg50 µg200 µg15 mgsaw palmetto 35 mg, ginkgo 10 mg, Korean ginseng 6 mg120 days
Mega Men Premium, 1 tabletnone50 µg200 µg15 mgKorean ginseng 20 mg, damiana 5 mg60 days
Men's Fertility Formula, 1 capsule20 mg60 µg400 µgnoneL-carnitine L-tartrate 215 mg, L-arginine 125 mg, L-glutathione 70 mg, coenzyme Q10 5 mg60 days
Prostate Formula, 1 capsule20 mg50 µgnone10 mgL-arginine hydrochloride 200 mg, saw palmetto 200 mg, pumpkin seed 100 mg, cranberry 20 mg90 days
Men's Power, 3 capsulesnonenonenonenoneL-arginine hydrochloride 750 mg, tribulus 300 mg, maca 180 mg, Korean ginseng 30 mg30 days

The plant amounts in the table are the mass of extract in the serving.

How much zinc and selenium does a man need a day?

EFSA's reference values for men aged 18 and over are 9.4–16.3 mg of zinc and 70 µg of selenium a day. The EFSA upper level covers all sources, food included: 25 mg of zinc and 255 µg of selenium.

Value for an adult man, per dayZincSelenium
EFSA reference value9.4–16.3 mg70 µg
NIH recommendation (RDA)11 mg55 µg
NRV on EU packs10 mg55 µg
EFSA upper level25 mg255 µg

The range for zinc depends on phytates, substances in plant foods that interfere with zinc absorption: 9.4 mg at 300 mg of phytates a day and 16.3 mg at 1200 mg.

NIH advises getting the reference amount mainly from a varied diet. Zinc is found in beef, pork, lamb, nuts, whole grains and pulses. Selenium is found in Brazil nuts, fish, seafood, red meat, cereals, eggs, chicken and garlic.

What is zinc for in a man's diet?

Zinc 25 mg from Stivits gives 25 mg of zinc as gluconate, which is 250% NRV. Take 1 tablet a day with meals; one pack lasts 180 days, enough for a 180-day course. The EU register claims below apply when the daily serving has at least 1.5 mg of zinc:

  • Zinc contributes to the normal function of the immune system.
  • Zinc contributes to normal protein synthesis.
  • Zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal bones.
  • Zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal hair.
  • Zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal testosterone levels in the blood.
  • Zinc contributes to normal fertility and reproduction.

A varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle are important.

Worth knowing: the 25 mg in a tablet equals the EFSA upper level before food is counted. Once food is added, your total zinc intake goes above that level, so do not add other supplements with zinc, and talk to a doctor about your intake. MedlinePlus says it is not known whether one form of zinc is better than another, so look at the milligrams.

What is selenium for in a man's diet?

Selenium 100 µg from Stivits gives 100 µg of selenium as L-selenomethionine, about 180% NRV. Take 1 tablet a day with meals; one pack lasts 180 days, enough for a 180-day course. The EU register claims below apply when the daily serving has at least 8.25 µg of selenium:

  • Selenium contributes to the normal thyroid function.
  • Selenium contributes to the normal function of the immune system.
  • Selenium contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress.
  • Selenium contributes to the maintenance of normal hair.
  • Selenium contributes to the maintenance of normal nails.
  • Selenium contributes to normal spermatogenesis.

According to EFSA, selenium in food is mostly present in organic compounds: L-selenomethionine and L-selenocysteine. 100 µg is below the EFSA upper level of 255 µg. Worth knowing: the tablet gives only selenium, with no zinc or vitamins.

Vitamin B9 (folate) for men

Per daily serving, 400 µg of vitamin B9 is in Men's Fertility Formula (folic acid, 1 capsule) and in B6+B9+B12 Vitamins (L-5-methyltetrahydrofolate, 1 tablet). Men's Premium Complex and Mega Men Premium give 200 µg each in 1 tablet; in Mega Men Premium it is folic acid. NRV is 200 µg. The EFSA upper level of 1000 µg a day applies to folic acid from supplements and fortified foods. The form of vitamin B9 in Men's Premium Complex is not specified.

Folate contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue. Folate contributes to normal homocysteine metabolism. Folate has a role in the process of cell division.

Which vitamins to choose for a man

Each Stivits option has its strong side and its catch.

One mineral: Zinc 25 mg or Selenium 100 µg. You get a set dose of one mineral for 180 days and control exactly what you take. Worth knowing: there are no vitamins in it.

A complex for every day: Men's Premium Complex. 1 tablet has 10 vitamins and 8 minerals, including calcium 400 mg and vitamin B12 15 µg. Vitamin B12 contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue. Calcium is needed for the maintenance of normal bones. Worth knowing: it has 7.5 mg of zinc and no vitamin C, and its 15 mg of vitamin B6 is above the EFSA upper level of 12 mg a day, so do not add other supplements with B6.

A complex with vitamin C: Mega Men Premium. 1 tablet has 11 vitamins and 7 minerals, including 150 mg of vitamin C, plus 20 mg of Korean ginseng extract. Vitamin C contributes to the normal function of the immune system. Korean ginseng helps to maintain energy and vitality. Worth knowing: it has no zinc, one pack lasts 60 days, and it also has 15 mg of vitamin B6.

Zinc, selenium and vitamin E: Men's Fertility Formula. 1 capsule has 20 mg of zinc, 60 µg of selenium, 60 mg of vitamin E and 400 µg of folic acid. Vitamin E contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress. Worth knowing: with another zinc supplement you will quickly go over 25 mg, and its only B vitamin is folic acid.

For men aged 45 and over: Prostate Formula. 1 capsule has 200 mg of saw palmetto extract, 20 mg of zinc, 50 µg of selenium, 15 mg of vitamin E, 10 mg of vitamin B6 and 1 mg of copper. Saw palmetto helps to maintain normal urinary function in men aged 45 and over. Worth knowing: it has 20 mg of zinc, so do not add other supplements with zinc.

Plants and an amino acid: Men's Power. 3 capsules have 750 mg of L-arginine hydrochloride, 300 mg of tribulus extract, 180 mg of maca extract and 30 mg of Korean ginseng extract. Tribulus helps to maintain sexual desire. Maca helps to maintain energy and vitality. Worth knowing: it has no vitamins or minerals, one pack lasts 30 days, and you should consult a doctor or pharmacist before use.

Vitamins for men over 40 and over 50

EFSA does not single out men over 40 or 50: the reference value for zinc and selenium is the same for everyone aged 18 and over. So age alone does not change the reference value. One plant has its own wording: saw palmetto helps to maintain normal urinary function in men aged 45 and over. At Stivits, saw palmetto is in Prostate Formula, 200 mg of extract in 1 capsule, and in Saw Palmetto 1500 mg, 150 mg of extract in 1 tablet. If something worries you, see a doctor first: a food supplement is not a substitute for an examination.

What you can combine

Add up zinc and B6 from all supplements. What you get from food comes on top of the numbers in the table.

Stivits combination, daily servingZincSeleniumVitamin B6Result against the EFSA upper levels
Zinc 25 mg + Selenium 100 µg, 2 tablets25 mg100 µgnonezinc at the level without food, above it with food, selenium below the level
Men's Premium Complex + Selenium 100 µg, 2 tablets7.5 mg150 µg15 mgzinc and selenium below the levels, B6 above
Men's Premium Complex + Zinc 25 mg, 2 tablets32.5 mg50 µg15 mgzinc above the level, do not combine like this
Prostate Formula + Men's Fertility Formula, 2 capsules40 mg110 µg10 mgzinc above the level, do not combine like this

How to take vitamins for men

  • Zinc 25 mg, Selenium 100 µg, Men's Premium Complex, Mega Men Premium. 1 tablet a day with meals.
  • Men's Fertility Formula, Prostate Formula. Adults: 1 capsule a day with meals.
  • Men's Power. Adult men: 3 capsules a day with meals. Consult a doctor or pharmacist before use.

Take it every day. One pack lasts from 30 to 180 days, depending on the product (see the table above). Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied and balanced diet.

FAQ

Which multivitamin should a man choose?

Start with zinc, selenium and what you need them for. If you want one mineral, Stivits has Zinc 25 mg and Selenium 100 µg. For everyday use there is Men's Premium Complex: 7.5 mg of zinc, 50 µg of selenium and 16 more vitamins and minerals in 1 tablet. It has 15 mg of vitamin B6, which is above the EFSA upper level of 12 mg a day, so do not add other supplements with B6. A varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle are important.

How much zinc does a man need a day?

For men aged 18 and over, EFSA gives 9.4–16.3 mg of zinc a day, depending on the phytates in the diet. NIH gives 11 mg. The EFSA upper level is 25 mg from all sources. Zinc 25 mg from Stivits gives 25 mg in 1 tablet, and Men's Premium Complex from Stivits gives 7.5 mg.

How much selenium does a man need a day?

For adults, EFSA gives 70 µg of selenium a day, and NIH gives 55 µg. The EFSA upper level is 255 µg a day from all sources. Selenium 100 µg from Stivits gives 100 µg in 1 tablet, and Men's Premium Complex from Stivits gives 50 µg.

Can zinc and selenium be taken together?

Yes. In Men's Fertility Formula from Stivits they are already together: 20 mg of zinc and 60 µg of selenium in 1 capsule. If you take Zinc 25 mg and Selenium 100 µg from Stivits separately, take 1 tablet of each a day with meals and do not add other supplements with zinc.

Which EU register claims apply to zinc?

Zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal testosterone levels in the blood. This claim applies when the daily serving has at least 1.5 mg of zinc. Zinc 25 mg from Stivits gives 25 mg of zinc in 1 tablet; take it once a day with meals. A varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle are important.

Which zinc to choose: gluconate or another form?

MedlinePlus says that supplements contain zinc gluconate, sulphate and acetate, and it is not known whether one form is better than another. Stivits makes zinc as gluconate, 25 mg in 1 tablet. Look at the milligrams of zinc and at the total from all supplements.

What is folic acid (vitamin B9) for in a man's diet?

Folate contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue. Folate contributes to normal homocysteine metabolism. At Stivits, 400 µg of vitamin B9 is in 1 capsule of Men's Fertility Formula and in 1 tablet of B6+B9+B12 Vitamins, and 200 µg is in 1 tablet of Men's Premium Complex.

Which multivitamin for men over 40 and over 50?

EFSA does not single out these ages: the reference value for zinc and selenium is the same for all men aged 18 and over. For men aged 45 and over, Stivits has Prostate Formula: 200 mg of saw palmetto extract, 20 mg of zinc and 50 µg of selenium in 1 capsule. Saw palmetto helps to maintain normal urinary function in men aged 45 and over.

How is Men's Premium Complex different from Mega Men Premium?

Men's Premium Complex from Stivits gives 7.5 mg of zinc, 400 mg of calcium and 35 mg of saw palmetto extract, and one pack lasts 120 days. Mega Men Premium from Stivits gives 150 mg of vitamin C and 20 mg of Korean ginseng extract, has no zinc, and one pack lasts 60 days. Both have 50 µg of selenium.

What is a men's multivitamin for, and should a man take one?

A men's multivitamin adds specific nutrients to a varied diet and does not replace it; whether you need one is a question for a doctor. Zinc contributes to the normal function of the immune system. Selenium contributes to the normal thyroid function. Vitamin B12 contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue. 1 tablet of Men's Premium Complex from Stivits has 7.5 mg of zinc, 50 µg of selenium, 15 µg of vitamin B12 and 15 more vitamins and minerals, and one pack lasts 120 days. A varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle are important.

Can women take a men's multivitamin?

Stivits multivitamins for men are made for men: 1 tablet of Men's Premium Complex has 35 mg of saw palmetto extract, 15 mg of vitamin B6 and 7.5 mg of zinc. For women the catalogue has Women's Vits Premium. If you take other supplements as well, add up vitamin B6 and zinc from all of them and talk to a doctor.

Which Stivits products contain saw palmetto?

Stivits has two with saw palmetto: Prostate Formula (200 mg of saw palmetto extract, 20 mg of zinc and 50 µg of selenium in 1 capsule, lasts 90 days) and Saw Palmetto 1500 mg (150 mg of 10:1 extract in 1 tablet, lasts 120 days). Saw palmetto helps to maintain normal urinary function in men aged 45 and over. If something worries you, see a doctor first: a supplement does not replace an examination.

Where to buy vitamins for men in Latvia and Estonia?

At stivits.com: Zinc 25 mg, Selenium 100 µg, Men's Premium Complex (7.5 mg of zinc and 50 µg of selenium in 1 tablet) and other products for men. Stivits sells direct from the factory, with no wholesalers or pharmacies in between. We dispatch your order by the next working day. In the Baltics a parcel locker is free for orders from €15 and a courier from €25.

Who makes Stivits vitamins for men?

Made in Europe, in Latvia: manufactured by SIA Pharma Market Solutions (Mārupe) for HYPERPHARM OÜ, Tallinn. Factory certificates: GMP No. GMP-FS-01 and HACCP No. HACCP-01 (valid until 17 May 2027), ISO 22000:2018 No. MSC-22-1384 (valid until 7 January 2029), issued by BM Certification. Stivits sells direct from the factory, with no wholesalers or pharmacies in between.

Stivits products

Stivits sells direct from the factory, with no wholesalers or pharmacies in between. ISO 22000:2018 (valid until 7 January 2029) and GMP; the certificates were issued by BM Certification. We dispatch your order by the next working day. The Stivits shop is rated 4.9 out of 5 on Judge.me, based on 944 reviews. Data updated 6 November 2026.

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