Did you know that eating yogurt has sexual benefits? Due to its nutrient density, probiotic content, and effects on metabolism, hormones, and mood, you could actually be enjoying a more satisfying sex life when you add this snack or meal into your diet.
Let’s explore the many ways in which yogurt can enhance your life.
Why Is Yogurt Good for You?
Yogurt is one of those rare foods that combine nutritional richness, digestive support, and disease-preventing properties all in one simple serving.
- It can support hormone balance, energy, and circulation: with the helpful ingredients in yogurt, you could notice a balanced vaginal microbiome in women, testosterone production in men, and a boost in energy and mood, lower stress, and improved libido, all enhancing sexual performance and sexual wellbeing.
- It’s nutrient dense: loaded with essential nutrients your body needs. In fact, a single cup of plain yogurt can supply 30-50 percent of your daily calcium, and 15-20 percent of your protein needs.
- It contains probiotics: yogurt helps improve gut health, can reduce fat storage, and aids in digestion and prevents bloating or constipation, and strengthens your immune system. Tip: yogurts labelled “live and active cultures” offer the most probiotic benefits.
- It can support a healthy weight: protein in yogurt helps you to feel fuller for longer, and regular yogurt eaters often have lower body fat and waist size.
- It can keep bones strong: yogurt has calcium, vitamin D, and phosphorus, all of which maintain bone density, and help prevent osteoporosis.
- It can protect the heart: potassium and magnesium can help control blood pressure.
- It can support mental health: a healthy gut helps regulate mood and stress. Probiotic yogurt supports serotonin production (the ‘happy’ hormone), and B12 and iodine supports cognitive function and energy levels.
- It can improve sleep and energy: calcium helps the brain use tryptophan to make melatonin, the ‘sleep’ hormone.
Now that we’ve outlined some of the overall benefits of yogurt, let’s shift our focus more on the sexual benefits of yogurt!
What Are the Sexual Benefits of Yogurt?
There are sexual benefits of yogurts for all genders, and then there are some gender-specific benefits.
Sexual Benefits of Eating Yogurt for Men
Yogurt can have several direct and indirect sexual health benefits for men.
1. Yogurt Improves Testosterone Levels and Fertility
Zinc and magnesium in yogurt are essential for testosterone production, which is the primary hormone responsible for libido, erectile function, and sperm development. In fact, some studies show that men who have higher levels of zinc often have better sperm count and motility. Additionally, because most yogurt contains probiotics, this has been linked to improved testicular function.
2. Enhanced Mood, Less Anxiety
Regular yogurt consumption can improve one’s mood, confidence, and reduce stress, which are key factors in preventing psychogenic erectile dysfunction (ED caused by stress). This is because the gut bacteria influences the brain chemicals such as serotonin and dopamine.
3. Boost in Energy and Stamina
Because yogurt contains a high amount of protein and B vitamins, it helps sustain energy production. And with magnesium and calcium, muscle function and nerve transmission is supported. These all contribute to possibly enhanced physical stamina during sex.
4. Supports Circulation and Erectile Dysfunction
Yogurt benefits vascular health with its calcium, potassium, and magnesium… minerals that regulate blood pressure. When there’s healthy blood pressure, the blood can flow better, enhancing erections and overall sexual performance.
5. Reduces Inflammation and Oxidative Stress
If one experiences chronic inflammation it can impair sperm quality and erectile functioning. With the probiotics and antioxidants in yogurt, it could help fight oxidative damage (a harmful effect on cells and more) in reproductive tissues.
Sexual Benefits of Eating Yogurt for Women
Women benefit from eating yogurt as it can support vaginal health, hormones, and mood.
1. Promotes Vaginal Health
Yogurt that has Lactobacillus acidophilus or L.rhamnosus (probiotic bacteria) helps maintain a healthy vaginal environment, keeping the vaginal pH slightly acidic at around 3.8 to 4.6. This could reduce the chances of yeast infections, bacterial vaginosis (BV), odour, and discharge.
2. Supports Hormonal Balance
Yogurt with probiotics improves gut health, which directly affects estrogen metabolism. The body removes excess estrogen through the digestive tract. Also, probiotics improve estrogen detoxification, which can reduce symptoms of PMS, irregular cycles, and menopausal discomfort.
3. Enhanced libido and arousal
When there’s balanced hormones, brought on by regular yogurt consumption, improved circulation and reduced stress can come about. This can lead to better sexual desire and response. And with the calcium, magnesium, and protein intake, it helps muscle contraction and relaxation, all beneficial to sexual pleasure.
4. Reduced stress, anxiety, and better mood
The probiotics in yogurt influence neurotransmitters that improve mood, and help reduce sexual inhibition and anxiety. And because yogurt is gut-healthy, it can lessen symptoms of depression… something that can reduce one’s libido.
5. Body Confidence
Yogurt supports healthy metabolism and weight management, mostly because it increases satiety and stabilises blood sugar. This can lead to one feeling more confident in their body, naturally improving their sexual satisfaction and intimacy.
What Are the Best Types of Yogurt for Sexual Health?
In no particular order, here are the best types of yogurt for sexual health benefits:
Greek Yogurt, Plain & Unsweetened
This yogurt has twice the amount of protein as opposed to a regular yogurt, and it helps with muscle repair, hormone production, and sexual stamina. It’s best for men who would like protein and testosterone support, women who want to stay fuller for longer with a more balanced blood sugar, and is great for men and women as it helps improve libido due to improved energy and metabolism.
Probiotic Yogurt with Live Active Cultures
Probiotic yogurt supports gut and vaginal health, helps regulate hormones, supports immunity, and reduces the chance of yeast infections and digestive discomfort. It’s best for women’s vaginal health and hormone balance, and great for both men and women as it prompts a better gut-brain connection, and stress reduction (which can boost libido).
Low-Fat or Full-Fat Yogurt
Low-fat yogurt is a good choice if you’re managing calories, and is best for those who want to focus on heart health and weight management. Full-fat yogurt contains healthy saturated fats which can support hormone production and satiety, and is best for men and women who need hormonal support and energy.
Non-Dairy Yogurts, Such as Coconut, Almond, or Soy
These yogurts often contain a good amount of calcium, vitamin D, and B12. Coconut yogurt provides healthy fats that support hormone production, and soy yogurt has phytoestrogens, which can support hormone balance in women.
Skyr, Icelandic Yogurt
Skyr yogurt is similar to Greek yogurt but it’s even thicker and higher in protein, naturally low in fat, high in calcium, and has a mild flavour. This is best for those who want additional support in muscle growth, metabolism, and bone strength. For example, active people, those looking for lean muscle support, and steady energy.
Yogurts that can reduce sexual health functioning
- Flavoured or fruit-at-the-bottom yogurts: the often contain 15-25g of added sugar, which can disrupt hormone balance and gut health
- Fat-free yogurts: they lack the healthy fats needed for sex hormone production, such as testosterone and estrogen
- Artificially sweetened yogurts: this may alter the environment of the gut, and increase cravings
Incorporating yogurt into your life could have so many benefits on your sexual health. Time to embrace this healthy snack into your routine for better sessions, solo and with a partner.
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