If your libido is worryingly low – it could actually be down to a lack of zinc.
Low levels of Zinc can contribute to a decreased sex drive and reduced fertility. But don’t fear, because the answer to your problems lies in your diet.
Red meat could be the solution to your bedroom problems as pork, beef and lamb are three great sources of zinc.
A great excuse to put a rump in the slow cooker, bring back winter barbecues or get that roast going on a Sunday.
Zinc helps to maintain normal testosterone levels in the blood and testosterone is vital to the male sex drive.
Men between the ages of 19 and 64 need to consume 9.5mg of zinc per day – and if they fail to do this, it could cause fertility problems.
The mineral is also one of the most important fertility nutrients in men as it helps to form imperative parts of the sperm.
Without zinc, sperm lack the mobility and strength to reach a woman’s egg.
Signs that you are low in zinc are loss of appetite, reduced sense of smell and taste, mental lethargy and a weak immune system.
Nutritional Insight Researcher, Emma Derbyshire said: “For males, zinc is a vital nutrient to help maintain normal levels of testosterone in the system. Without it, both sex drive and fertility could be seriously impacted, with a host of other negative repercussions occurring as well.
“Whilst a lack of zinc can cause some serious problems, the solution is very simple. Red meat such as pork and lamb are some of the best sources of zinc, and boosting your daily consumption of these meats will allow you to hit your recommended daily zinc intake.”
So, steak for dinner tonight then?
