10 Super Sex Foods
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Strawberries
Red is a sexy and sensual color. Strawberries dipped in melted chocolate or in whipped cream, are classic bedroom pleasures. Strawberries and other berries also consist of compounds that are intended to relax blood vessels and boost circulation for a natural Viagra-like effect.
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Spinach
Spinach and other green vegetables has a strong source of magnesium, which helps dilate blood vessels. Better blood flow to the genitals creates greater arousal for men and women.
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Oysters
Known as the ultimate aphrodisiac, raw oysters really are linked to sexual function. Oysters hold more zinc than any other food, and it is believed that this mineral may enhance the sex drive by helping with testosterone production in males.
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Red Wine
Italian researchers recently found that the antioxidants and alcohol in the wine may trigger the production of nitric oxide in the blood, which helps artery walls to relax, enhancing blood flow to the genitals.
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Red Meat
Lean cuts of red meat have great sources of zinc, which is a mineral that curbs production of a hormone called prolactin.
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Coldwater Fish
Oily fish like salmon, tuna, and sardines are packed with omega-3 fatty acids DHA and EPA to help raise dopamine levels in the brain that trigger arousal, according to sexologist Yvonne K. Fulbright, PhD.
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Eggs
Eggs are rich in vitamins B5 and B6, which helps ease stress and helps to balance hormone levels, which are important for a healthy libido (sex drive).
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Peaches
Peaches and other fruits are filled with vitamin C, high concentrations, phytonutrients lycopene, beta carotene, and citrulline, which are all good for sex.
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Dark Chocolate
Dark chocolate can be extremely sensual as it melts on your tongue creating an intense and long brianbuzz- in fact longer than kissing does according to brain scans in a British study. In this study researchers monitored the heart rates and brains of couples while they kissed passionately or ate chocolate.The brains of both male and female revealed greater stimulation as the chocolate melted on their tongues than when their tongues were locked in a passionate kiss.
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Nuts and Seeds
Peanuts, sunflower seeds, almonds, pumpkin seeds, and other nuts all consist of the necessary monounsaturated fats with which your body creates cholesterol—and your sex hormones need that cholesterol to work properly.
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