A healthy sex life can play a huge role in a person’s physical and emotional well-being. Since antiquity, people have been looking for specific foods in order to improve their sexual performance and fertility.

A great number of different foods have been known to have a proven effect on improving stamina and sex drive. Overall a well-working circulatory system is essential for sexual health, and the consumption of certain foods can result in better stamina and sex drive.

Let’s examine which foods can improve our sexual health.

1. Oysters: Oysters have a long-standing reputation as a food with aphrodisiac properties. Scientific results suggested that the reason for having such aphrodisiac properties is the high amount of zinc present in oysters. In fact, zinc is known to increase blood flow which may facilitate better blood flow to the sex organs, and also zinc can regulate testosterone levels.

   Zinc deficiency has a negative effect on serum testosterone, and it can impede spermatogenesis. As zinc cannot be stored in the human body a regular dietary intake is required. Oysters are the richest known food in terms of zinc, as they contain more than 900% of your daily value per 100mg.

   However, if you are not an oyster fan, then lobster, crab, red meat, and poultry can provide you with sufficient amounts of zinc.

2. Salmon: Salmon and other pink-fleshed fishes like sardines and tuna contain a high amount of beneficial omega-3 fatty acids, which promote healthy blood flow, and they can also prevent the buildup of plaque in the arteries.

   Additionally, omega-3 fatty acids have the potential to reduce the risk of coronary heart disease, and they can also reduce the number of triglycerides in the blood. By improving the circulatory system, the risk of certain diseases that impair sexual function is also reduced.

   Apart from omega-3 fatty acids, fish is rich in proteins, iron, zinc, vitamin B12, and vitamin D. It has been recommended by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to consume a minimum of two servings of fish per week.

3. Fruits: It has been suggested by researchers that a higher fruit intake may reduce the risk of erectile dysfunction by as much as 14%. The reason is the high flavonoid content of certain fruits.

   Fruits like berries, grapes, apples, and citrus fruits are rich in flavonoids. Watermelon also can improve erections and increase your libido as it contains citrulline, which releases amino acids like arginine into the body.

   Furthermore, beetroots contain high amounts of antioxidants, vitamins, and nitrates, which could boost sexual performance. Dietary nitrates from beetroot juice can improve blood flow and stamina during sex, and they can also improve heart health overall.

4. Meats: Meats are, in general, protein-rich foods and are known to contain a very rich amino acid profile. Most meats, such as beef, chicken, and pork, contain nutrients such as zinc, carnitine, and arginine, which improve blood flow.

   Arginine, in particular, has been suggested by many different studies that could help to treat mild to moderate erectile dysfunction.

5. Nuts and seeds: A great number of different nuts and seeds, such as almonds, walnuts, cashews, peanuts, and hazelnuts, to name a few, contain high amounts of zinc and arginine. Walnuts, especially, are very beneficial as they are rich in omega-3 fatty acids.

   In addition, walnuts can improve the quality of sperm, and hence they can improve fertility in men.

In conclusion, as there are certain scientifically proven foods that can give a boost to our sexual performance, it is highly recommended to follow a healthy life style. Regular exercise, taking enough sleep, low alcohol computation, and a balanced and health diet can improve many aspects of your life.

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