Slices of watermelon, a natural food that can improve sexual performance

The importance of nutrition in improving your sex life

Eating your way to better sex

To say that what you eat affects your libido and performance is often attributed to bedroom lore, or even wishful thinking. However, while the relationship between food and sex is sometimes anecdotal, research, science and medicine has validated much of it. The old saying “you are what you eat” applies not only to your general health and physical conditioning, but also to your sexual health and wellness.
The link between diet and your sex life is not surprising when you think about it. After all, a poor diet can lead to a whole host of health issues, from high cholesterol and blood pressure, to cardio vascular problems, weight issues and diabetes. All of these negatively affect your general health which, in turn, is most likely to affect your sexual health. Not to mention the impact these things can have on your state of mind and moods. Sexual performance is often as much, or more, about body confidence as it is nutrition. However, because there is an obvious connection between the two, why not give yourself and your sex life every advantage?
Eating certain foods might not improve your sex life overnight, but following a good diet, consistently, can do a lot of good things, like improving blood flow, increasing energy, and elevating your mood. These, in turn, can increase stamina and performance in the bedroom.

Food and sex

It’s not just about whipped cream and strawberries… although the strawberries are good. In putting together a list of foods most likely to give your sex life a boost, some of them seem pretty obvious in the sense that they are the things you should be eating for your overall health to begin with. The fact that they can fire things up in the bedroom is an added bonus. Generally, you want foods that promote good cardiovascular health and a healthy weight level, and foods that support muscle and your immune system, and are anti-inflammatory.

There are numerous lists of foods that support good sexual health. Regardless of the source, some foods are common to most of them. Any slight variations still fall into what are general categories of certain types of foods. With that said, the top categories and/or foods for better sex are:

Vegetables

  • Spinach: This green leaf is a good source of magnesium which helps relax and dilate blood vessels, which can increase arousal for both men and women. Spinach is also a good source of folate which, in addition to also helping relax blood vessels, lowers levels of homocysteine, for better cardiovascular health.
  • Broccoli: High in Indole-3-carbinol, broccoli can help reduce levels of unhealthy estrogens, and can be a libido booster.
  • Brussels sprouts, kale, and cabbage are a few of the other vegetables that also are good sources of folate as well as being anti-inflammatory.
The bottom line: Eat your vegetables.
A variety of fresh fruits and vegetables that can boost sexual health

Beets

Beets are loaded with antioxidants, potassium and nitrates. While potassium supports heart, nerve and muscle contraction (good for your penis), nitrates convert to nitric oxide which boosts blood vessel dilation and enhances blood flow. Again, good for getting and keeping an erection.

Avocados

A rich source of vitamin E and healthy oils, avocados are another supportive source of good cardiovascular health and improved blood flow, as well as good lubrication.

Nuts

It would seem that there is no such thing as a “bad” nut. All of them have varying types and degrees of health benefits, many of which support sexual health.
  • Almonds, Cashews: Rich in magnesium and zinc, both of which help regulate testosterone production. Research has found that magnesium can also help modulate the aging process and its effects on sexual performance.
  • Pumpkin seeds: Provide not only magnesium and zinc, but also potassium, which enhances blood flow.
  • Walnuts and almonds: Supply arginine, an amino acid that produces nitric oxide needed for blood vessel dilation. Walnuts are also a rich source of omega-3s, supplying the type of cholesterol needed for optimal functioning of your sex hormones.
Assorted nuts and seeds, rich in nutrients for sexual wellness
All of the above, along with pistachios, Brazil nuts, pine nuts and even sunflower seeds are good for overall cardiovascular health and lowering cholesterol. Like we said, it seems there is no such thing as a bad nut.

Watermelon

Who doesn’t like watermelon? It’s sweet, refreshing and hydrating. It is also is rich in the amino acid, citrulline. Citrulline converts to arginine which produces nitric oxide for increased blood vessel dilation and flow. Watermelon also contains potassium and lycopene, with anti-cancer and anti-obesity benefits.

Fatty Fish

Salmon is the fish most often referred to when talking about fatty fish. However, the list also included sardines, tuna and halibut. Fatty fish is rich in omega-3s, helping prevent plaque buildup in arteries and improving cardiovascular health, and is vital to sexual health along with overall health. Besides being an excellent source of protein, fatty fish also supplies vitamin B12, vitamin D, iron and zinc.
Salmon rich in omega-3 fatty acids for improved sexual health

Dark Chocolate

Eaten in moderation, dark chocolate is surprisingly healthy. For starters, it has a compound called phenylethylamine that releases the same endorphins that are released during sex. In addition, it has flavonoids with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, that can also have neuroprotective and cardioprotective effects.

Oysters

Finally, we get to what has long been widely touted as the most libido-enhancing, aphrodisiac food of all. The oyster. In reality, there is some science to back that up. Oysters are the richest natural source of zinc, supplying 670% of the recommended daily amount. Research has shown that zinc enhances testosterone production and has been linked to higher sperm counts and increased levels of desire.
Fresh oysters, known for their aphrodisiac properties

Nutrition for sex

The above foods are ones most commonly listed as having a positive effect on sexual health. They are also foods that are good for your overall health, which is why the list is not all-inclusive, and not restricted to only these foods. In general, anything that is good for your circulation, blood pressure, cardiovascular system and weight, is probably going to be good for your sex life too. That said, there are some nutritional elements that the foods in the above list have in common.

Optimizing sexual health and performance requires getting an adequate supply of protein, along with zinc, potassium, magnesium, iron, vitamin D, vitamin C, vitamin E, and vitamin B3 and B12. In addition, amino acids arginine and L-citrulline are important for circulation and blood vessel dilation, and natural supplements like maca root and ginseng have been shown to have benefits in increasing desire and stamina.

Additional help

Given that a “sex-friendly” diet can also be very good for your overall health, you should certainly give yourself every advantage to improve both your sex life and your health. However, sometimes there may be things that a diet alone cannot overcome, as in the case of erectile dysfunction (ED). The cause of ED can be due to one or multiple factors. Health issues like high cholesterol or blood pressure, or weight issues, or psychological issues can all play a possible role in the condition.

As a leader in sexual health solutions, Riize Health provides state-of-the-art, effective treatment for ED through our physician prescribed Riize Strips. They are fast-acting oral dissolving strips that go to work immediately when placed on the tongue – no pills to deal with. Using a proprietary compound formula of sildenafil (same as Viagara®), tadalafil (same as Cialis®) and oxytocin, Riize Strips have proven to be highly effective in treating ED. Strict production protocols insure ingredient quality and exact dosage amounts.

Every advantage

In addition to the advantages of consistently maintaining good diet and getting the right nutrition, your sexual health also depends on getting adequate sleep, limiting alcohol and tobacco use, some physical activity or exercise, plenty of hydration, communicating with your partner, and finally seeking professional medical help when needed. Riize Health is here for that.

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