5 Nutrition Tips for Enhancing B12 and Sex Drive Naturally

You’ve seen changes to your appearance over the years. Maybe things have started to droop or sag. You’ve noticed that your joints ache when you get out of bed in the morning or when you crawl into bed at night. You walk into a room and can’t remember why you went in there in the first place.

The fact is that we’re all getting older. But aging doesn’t have to control every part of your life. There are things you can do to limit the effects. You can try changing cosmetic products to help your skin (and if that doesn’t work there’s always Botox. Just kidding. Well, kind of kidding). When you’re achy, you can take over-the-counter pain medication to get you moving again or help you get a good night’s sleep. As far as memory, you can do memory exercises and take supplements that help improve brain function.

There’s no cure-all for getting older. But there are things you can do to slow down the effects. The same goes for changes in sex drive as you age. Just because you’re getting a little older doesn’t mean you have to slow down in any way. 

How Does B12 Affect Sex Drive?

So, what exactly is the relation between B12 and sex drive? As we age, our B12 levels naturally drop. Your body’s B12 levels are directly related to how much energy you have. You also might not have the best attitude if you have a B12 deficiency, since mood swings are a symptom. 

Not only does B12 affect mood and energy, it can impact your overall desire for sexual activities. A good level of B12 helps regulate your body’s sex hormones. When those are out of balance, it’s easy for your sex drive to decrease. In other words, you’ve got a lot working against you when you’re dealing with a B12 deficiency. Luckily, you can take simple steps to boost your B12 levels.

5 Tips To Boost Your B12 Levels (And Sex Drive)

1. Add More Meat To Your Diet

A good source of natural B12 is animal protein. Meats like beef and fish can go a long way toward improving your mood and your sex drive. Tuna, clams, salmon, trout, and sardines are all good sources of B12. For beef, pick low-fat meat and roast it, or cook it on the grill to keep the high vitamin content intact.

2. Eat Dairy Daily

This is one of the best ways to get your B12. Your body absorbs the B12 in dairy better than from fish or beef sources. You can get B12 from whole milk, cheese, and yogurt.

If your stomach doesn’t digest dairy, you can try alternative kinds of milk. Some non-dairy, fortified milk contains almost half of your necessary B12. Most dairy-free yogurt also has a good percentage of B12, though non-dairy cheese may not be a good source.

3. Eggs

Fresh eggs are a superfood. They’re packed with protein, low in carbs, and a good provider of healthy fats. They’re also full of vitamins and minerals, one of which is–you guessed it–B12.

4. B12 Supplements

If you live a vegetarian or vegan lifestyle you’ll need an alternate source of B12. That’s where supplements come in. Adding a vitamin or two to your daily routine is easy enough. Plus, you can get back your energy and gain some control over your fluctuating moods.

5. Get B12 Shots

What if your low B12 levels are making you feel more than tired or stressed? If a B12 deficiency impacts your daily life, you can start B12 shots. Some people choose to get shots just for convenience. If you have a moderate, ongoing deficiency caused by a medical condition, you might need a follow-up injection every two months. 

If your levels are low you can get an initial B12 injection to boost them as you alter your diet. Once you can control levels with your diet, you’ll only need one or two shots a year (if you even need additional doses).

Naturally Boost Your Sex Drive With B12

If you’ve noticed a change in your mood, energy, or sex drive, your B12 levels may be low. Fortunately, you can try a few lifestyle changes to see what helps elevate your mood and improve your interest in sex. Simply adding certain foods to your diet, getting a B12 shot, or taking a B12 supplement can help you feel more like yourself again. 

Call Allure Esthetic at (206) 209-0988 to get more information on B12 shots.