The andrologist's contribution to a better life for ageing men: part 2

Summary The long‐term intake of a judiciously composed nutriceutical containing low‐dose vitamins, antioxidants, minerals and particular herbal preparations seems justified for older persons who take medication, or who consume an unbalanced diet, or who are exposed to environmental toxins. Recent reports suggest these nutriceuticals may delay age‐related diseases and the occurrence of cancer, and reduce mortality in apparently healthy ageing men. Food supplementation with a nutriceutical that was formulated particularly for ageing men should result in an increase of at least one quality‐adjusted life year and may lower the financial and social burden of disease in elderly people.