Eat your way to a better sex life!

I have the libido of a 15-year-old boy. My sex drive is so high. I'd rather have sex with Brian all the time than leave the house. He doesn't mind.

Megan Fox

We all know that having a healthy body and mind is key to a healthy sex drive so, it should be no surprise that food plays an essential role in making sure you’re tip top in the bedroom or the lounge or even the kitchen, (what ever floats your boat!). If you’re feeling a little jaded when it comes to a little aggressive cuddling, it might not be COVID lockdown induced apathy, take a look at your diet! Here’s a few foods that could enhance your libido!

Fresh Meat

Include a variety of meats in your diet to improve your sex life. Beef, chicken, and pork contain carnitine, L-arginine, and zinc. Carnitine and L-arginine are amino acids that improve blood flow. Uninterrupted blood flow is crucial to sexual response in both men and women. Serve up some animal-based protein (in moderation, to avoid increasing risk of heart disease!) to help keep all systems running smoothly in the bedroom. Vegetarians, don’t worry, I’ve not forgotten you, you can opt for whole grains, nuts, and dairy products.

Oysters

You’ve probably heard about the aphrodisiac properties of oysters. Research shared at a 2005 conference of the American Chemical Society that oysters, clams, and scallops contain compounds that raise testosterone and oestrogen levels. A boost in hormone production translates into heightened sexual desire in many cases. Oysters are also an excellent source of zinc, which aids blood flow to sexual organs in both genders. Don’t care for molluscs? Feast on lobster or crab instead. Both types of shellfish are loaded with zinc.

Salmon

Salmon is well-known for having heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids. The pink-fleshed fish, as well as tuna and halibut, might be the key to enhancing your sex life. Omega-3s help prevent the build-up of plaque in your arteries, thus improving blood flow throughout your body.

Nuts and seeds

Showering your beloved with chocolates is a romantic gesture, but it won’t necessarily take them to new heights in the bedroom! Instead of sweet stuff, snack on a handful of nuts and seeds. Cashews and almonds are chock-full of zinc, while a host of healthy snacks contain L-arginine to get your blood flowing. Try the following:

Walnuts - doubly helpful in the love department, as they are also rich in omega-3s.
Pumpkin seeds
Sunflower seeds
Pecans
Hazelnuts
Peanuts

Apples

An apple a day keeps the doctor away apparently, and it could also improve your love life. Apples, along with berries, cherries, onions, and dark-coloured grapes, are rich in quercetin. This antioxidant, a type of flavonoid, may offer a number of health benefits. As far as sex goes, quercetin plays a role in controlling symptoms interstitial cystitis (IC), and it promotes circulation. IC, or painful bladder syndrome, may also make sex difficult for women. Sexual-related symptoms of IC include genital pain, painful intercourse, and low desire.

Garlic

Your mother might have warned you never to eat garlic before a date. This is one piece of advice you can happily ignore. The pungent herb is a natural blood thinner often used to prevent high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and heart disease. The anticoagulant properties help ensure plenty of blood flow to your nether regions. You and your partner can both benefit from a healthy dose of garlic before an amorous evening. If you’re both eating it, nobody will mind the strong breath.

And last, my favourite, Red Wine!

A glass of red wine may help you get in the mood, I know it has a very positive effect on moi! Research published in The Journal of Sexual Medicine showed that one to two glasses of red wine a day increased sexual desire and lubrication in women. Red wine contains quercetin, which might account for the positive response. Researchers noted that drinking more than two glasses of red wine daily or indulging in other types of alcoholic beverages didn’t produce the same results, disappointing!

So, if your libido is on the wane, take a look at your diet, it may just be what you need to get you swinging from the chandeliers once more!

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