Why I Formulated This
I formulated Optimal Man for myself first. As I got into my upper 40s, I knew I needed to support healthy testosterone levels—and I also needed a comprehensive men’s multivitamin. I looked at what was available and didn’t like what I found. Most testosterone support supplements were all herbs with no foundational nutrition. Most multivitamins had zero hormone support. And none of them addressed estrogen metabolism which is just as important for men as testosterone support.†
So I designed Optimal Man to be the all-in-one solution: a complete multivitamin with targeted herbs for healthy testosterone levels, DIM for healthy estrogen metabolism, and the active, body-ready nutrient forms I insist on: no synthetic folic acid, no cyanocobalamin, no cheap oxide minerals.†
It worked so well that my barber started commenting on how thick my hair was. I hadn’t even noticed until he pointed it out. Now he wants to carry it in his shop for his customers.
Then, as I got into my 50s, I needed additional support. That’s when I designed Testosterone Nutrients as a companion product for a complete stack. More on that below.†
One thing I didn’t expect: a lot of the people buying Optimal Man are wives and girlfriends. They notice the changes before the guys do: the energy dip, the shorter temper, the motivation fading. If someone who cares about you pointed you toward this page, listen to them. They’re paying attention.
One Sign Most Men Overlook
There’s a simple, private indicator of healthy testosterone that most men don’t think about: morning erections. Testosterone levels naturally peak in the early morning hours. Waking up with a firm erection is a normal sign that your body is producing healthy levels of testosterone and that your vascular system is functioning well. [25,26]†
If that’s happening less often, or not at all, it doesn’t necessarily mean something is wrong. Stress, poor sleep, and nutritional gaps can all play a role. But it’s one of the most straightforward signals your body gives you, and it’s worth paying attention to. [25,27]†
I mention this because most men won’t bring it up, and most health content won’t either. But if you’ve noticed a change, supporting healthy testosterone levels with the right nutrients is a reasonable place to start.†
How to Use
Take 2–4 capsules daily with a protein-based meal, in divided doses. Two capsules after breakfast, and if needed, two more after lunch. Do not take within 5 hours of bedtime.†
I typically range from 2 capsules to 4 depending on what my body is telling me. If I’m traveling, working hard, or under higher demand, I’ll take 4 capsules consistently day after day until I wake up feeling great: morning erection, clear head, good mood, solid energy. Then I’ll either skip it altogether or drop down to 1–2 capsules. Let your body guide you.†
Key Tip: Start with 2 capsules and see how you respond before moving to 4. You can always take the full serving but you can’t take back what’s already been swallowed.
Women Can Use Optimal Man Too
Women need healthy testosterone levels, too, as it supports healthy energy, mood, motivation, and lean body composition. My wife, Nadia, says she likes to “man up” some days. She’ll take 1–2 capsules of Optimal Man after breakfast and says she feels energized and in a good mood. It’s not something she takes every day, just when she feels she needs that extra drive.†
If you’re a woman experiencing a need for healthy energy, motivation, libido and mood support, especially during perimenopause or postmenopause, Optimal Man is worth considering at a lower serving of 1–2 capsules.†
Teenage Boys
Teenage boys can take Optimal Man if they’d like. It provides excellent foundational nutrition for growing young men. Start with 1–2 capsules. Do note that supporting healthy testosterone levels may increase acne in some teens, so be mindful and adjust accordingly.†
Men Supporting Healthy Fertility
If you’re supporting healthy fertility, take the full 4 capsules of Optimal Man daily and stack it with Fish Oil and Optimal Electrolyte (more on those below). This gives you comprehensive nutritional support for healthy sperm production, libido, motility, and reproductive function. Testosterone Nutrients is rarely needed in addition for fertility support as Optimal Man already provides what most men at reproductive age need.†
Stack with Testosterone Nutrients (Especially Over 40)
Optimal Man supports healthy testosterone levels on its own and for younger men in their 20s and 30s, that’s typically all you need.†
Testosterone production naturally declines with age. Research shows that after age 30, most men experience a gradual decline in testosterone production of roughly 1–2% per year. [17] By the time you’re over 40, you may need additional targeted support beyond what Optimal Man provides on its own.†
That’s exactly why I designed Testosterone Nutrients as a companion product. When I hit my 50s, I personally needed the additional support. The stack of Optimal Man + Testosterone Nutrients gives you comprehensive hormone support: Optimal Man covers your foundational nutrition plus baseline hormone support, while Testosterone Nutrients provides concentrated additional herbs and nutrients specifically designed to further support healthy testosterone production.†
Stack with Optimal Electrolyte
We’re roughly 70% water. Proper hydration with the right electrolytes, not just salt is essential for your body to function optimally. . Your hormones, your muscles, your sperm, your brain, your energy - all of it depends on proper hydration at the cellular level.†
Optimal Electrolyte provides a balanced electrolyte formula with magnesium, potassium, sodium, and other key minerals to support cellular hydration, healthy energy, and muscle function. Think of it as the foundation underneath everything else you’re taking.†
Stack with Fish Oil
Healthy men need healthy cell membranes. Every cell in your body, including the Leydig cells that produce testosterone, is surrounded by a membrane made largely of fatty acids. Fish oil provides the omega-3 fatty acids (EPA and DHA) that are essential for maintaining healthy, fluid cell membranes. [18]†
Fish oil is also important for supporting healthy hormone production, a balanced inflammatory response, cardiovascular function, and brain health. For men focused on vitality and performance, fish oil isn’t optional. [18,19]†
