Q. I am a 45-year-old man and am in a relationship with a 35-year-old woman. We have been in this relationship for 5 years and have now come to a realisation that, we aren't having great sex. The sex drive is quite low in both of us but we wish to improve it by natural means.  We don't want to opt for viagra but instead make changes in our diet to increase our libidos. Please guide us.  

Ans. Sex and food make a perfect combination, and we are just not talking about including food when you go wild under the sheets but how you can make your sex life better with a diet that includes healthy foods. Foods for sex has been a widely researched subject. A healthy diet is very important for good sexual health and higher libido. Your nervous system and your heart play an important role in your sexual life and your libido aka sexual desire depends highly on the kind of food you eat. A number of foods have been known to improve libido and such foods are usually called aphrodisiacs after the ancient Greek goddess of love, Aphrodite. A healthy diet for sex includes different types of fibre-rich whole grains, vegetable, fruits, etc.

Aphrodisiacs You Must Include in Your Diet for Better Sex:

Oysters

The seafood is known to be one of the best foods for boosting the libido. It is because of the zinc content found in oysters. Apart from boosting the stamina and metabolism, zinc in oysters is known to regulate testosterone.

Walnuts

Walnuts are one of the healthiest nuts there is. It improves the quality and the count of sperms in men. Including walnuts into your diet can also help improve the shape, movement and vitality of the sperm.

Watermelon

Watermelon is one of the tastiest ways to improve sexual desire and erection problems in people. Rich in citrulline that is known to release amino acids and arginine that can improve cardiovascular health. Watermelon Works Like Natural Viagra: Here’s What Makes This Summer Fruit Great Cure for Erectile Dysfunction and Improve Sexual Life.

Avocados

Rich in folic acid and vitamin B6, avocados make perfect food for a healthy sex drive. Apart from providing energy to your body, vitamin B6 stabilises the hormones.

Almonds

Another healthy nut that contains arginine known to improve blood circulation and relax blood vessels. Almonds are also rich in amino acid that is great for ED.

Chocolate

A great mood is very important to have better sex. Dark chocolate is rich in serotonin and endorphins that can instantly improve your mood.

Foods Rich in Flavonoids

From berries to citrus fruits, grapes, apples, hot peppers, cocoa products, red wine and different types of teas, all food rich in flavonoids are great for your libido.

Eggs

Eggs are a perfect source of amino acid L-arginine that can improve erectile dysfunction. Include eggs into your diet to enjoy better sex.

Peaches

Laden with vitamin C, peaches are known to improve sperm count and quality of sperms in men.

Coffee

Coffee is one of the best stimulants and therefore is known to boost your sex drive. Coffee can help arousal both in men and women.

Saffron

Another natural aphrodisiac that you can be best friends with if you want an improved sex life. It can boost stamina and energy and help improve your libido.

Foods That Increase Blood Flow And Libido:

However, you must keep in mind that your libido isn't all about good food but sexual desires also depend on other factors like your relationship, stress, psychological factors etc.

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