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Increase Libido Naturally

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Posted on Apr 26, 2018, 10 p.m.

A drop in libido big or small can have complicated roots. From low self esteem, depression, tiredness, stress, illness, to medications, and alcohol use among other things. There isn’t a miracle herb, food, or drink to counter any serious underlying issues.

Research has also found that there isn’t any food which will directly cause arousal that isn’t part of a legitimate placebo effect such as if you think that delicious piece of chocolate is going to turn you on, it will.

 

A range of healthy delicious foods can help to stimulate hormone production, blood flow,  promote relaxation, happiness and well being that are all part of a wonderfully satisfying sex life, if you are feeling generally well. To gain full benefits from these types of foods it is recommended to eat them daily or at minimum multiple times a week.

 

More than just delicious and refreshing, gentle fruit such as watermelon contain citrulline amino acids which helps relax blood vessels that increase sex drive.

 

Cacao contains an assortment of compounds that can provoke a sense of excitement and well being, and cannabinoid like fatty acids which can increase serotonin levels and pleasure responses.

 

Honey promotes testosterone production and aids women with estrogen use. Studies have found that it increases nitric oxide levels that are needed for arousal.

 

Vitamin E that promotes testosterone production in both sexes which asparagus is rich in, also amino acid contained within asparagus helps protect against urinary tract infections which lower sex drive.

 

Ginger tastes can stimulate many people, while ginger may not directly affect the libido gingerol within it are known to increase sperm count.

 

Magnesium will not increase libido directly, but it will help with sleep and relaxation which can help out sex drive, it is important for stimulating GABA receptors that help reduce stress, anxiety, and depression, promoting concentration, relaxation, and energy.

 

Oysters may just be worth it because of their ability to increase serotonin levels, and for zinc content important to sperm and testosterone production, as a bonus of being full of minerals and nutrients which are great for the brain.

 

Maca root is a turnip like vegetable that has been found to be able to help with male erectile dysfunction as well as improve women’s sexual function.

 

Ginseng has been used as a sexual stimulant in traditional Chinese medicines due to its nerve stimulating properties. Korean red ginseng has been used to boost sexual arousal in menopausal women due to its effects on hormone imbalance.

 

There are a variety of natural ways to boost libido such as exercise, meditation and yoga which ensure proper blood vessel and heart function, decrease stress, while increasing energy levels. Most importantly an emotional connection with your partner and strong self esteem which allows you to let go and lose control are vital things to cultivate, not to mention the ever important and obviously critical foreplay which importance can’t be overstated and should never be forgotten.

 

 

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