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Libido Enhancers According to research, fatty acids fuel the reproductive organs. Intake of the right kinds of essential fatty acids helps the body produce tissue-like hormones called prostaglandins, a form of eicosanoid, which regulate sexual response, without which male infertility or insufficient sperm count may result. Consumption of 500-3000 mg of omega-6 EFA or GLA (gamma linolenic acid) can heighten sexual responses. Omega-3 fatty acids found in fatty fish such as salmon, pumpkin seeds, walnuts, flaxseeds and eggs enriched with DHA (docosahexaenoic acid), can also help in a heightened sexual experience. Chocolate is a known aphrodisiac and eating chocolate prior to intercourse can be helpful as chocolate contains high levels of phenylalanine, an amino acid that increases production of endorphins, which act as natural pain killers and antidepressants. According to recent research, even phosphorus can increase sex drive and responsiveness. Seafood (especially crabmeat and lobster), truffles, eggs, wheat germ, wheat bran, legumes, and seeds are all rich sources of phosphorous. Zinc is other mineral that can aid sexual activity. Presence of zinc in the prostate gland as well as in the sperm is higher than it is in any other body part, as it is necessary for the production of testosterone. Consuming nuts, chicken, whole grains, eggs, beef, legumes as well as seafood - especially oysters - are beneficial as they all are a rich source of zinc. |
