To further compound the problem, chronic stress depletes bodily stores of vitamin A by
releasing it from the liver into the bloodstream where it is used up, setting the stage for a
deficiency.
So what does this have to do with male sexual performance?
Studies have shown that increasing levels of vitamin A in the form of retinol – beyond
government dietary recommendations – can significantly improve your body’s production of
testosterone and growth hormone (especially when combined with the mineral zinc – more
on this later). Both of these anabolic hormones are crucial for maintaining your libido and
sexual function as you age.
Vitamin A is also required for healthy sperm production – so if you and your partner are
currently having trouble conceiving, it would be a good idea to ensure that you are
consuming optimal amounts of vitamin A in your daily diet.