Tuesday, November 24, 2009

Would you change your diet for good sex?

Excerpts from the 11/23/90 Tucson Sun article by Exercise physiologist Karen Nelson.

Here's inspiration to eat better and another reason to eat papaya.

Actually eating any food that is high in Vitamin C which will increase oxytocin in the blood. Oxytocin has been called the “cuddle” hormone. Papayas are a great source of Vitamin C along with broccoli, oranges, peppers, strawberries, kiwifruit, cantaloupe, cauliflower and kale.

Good sex is all about good hormone levels and good circulation. Foods that help keep the heart healthy are going to be good for circulation in the body and improve your sex life. Any foods that help balance your body’s sex hormones in a healthy and appropriate way will also improve your sex life.

Nine other foods that are not only good for you but can actually improve your sex life are:
  • Oatmeal

  • Strawberries

  • Honey

  • Walnuts

  • Ginger

  • Garlic

  • Fish

  • Chocolate

  • Alcohol