17 Foods to Eat to Increase Libido
It should come as no surprise that at Himplant®, we are concerned with optimizing men’s confidence. While our focus is on aesthetic enhancement, many men are also concerned with satisfying sexual function. There are so many factors that affect peak sexual function that it’s easy to get lost in the jargon.
What is Libido?
The first question for anyone struggling in the bedroom is: what is libido? Libido is as much a concept as a descriptor, but in short, a healthy libido means having a healthy sex drive.
Psychoanalytic theory views the concept as a psychic drive for sex or a sexual instinct, but today it is commonly used as a euphemism for physical, sexual arousal.
How do Food and Libido Interact?
With libido, you are what you eat. A balanced diet and regular exercise can work wonders for your energy levels, sexual stamina, testosterone production, and more. Healthy foods act as a source of vitamins as much as an aphrodisiac, while an unhealthy diet (full of fried foods, carbohydrates, and bad fats) will increase your risk of erectile dysfunction and your risk of heart disease.
Who wouldn’t want an improved libido with a side serving of heart-healthy benefits?
It should be noted that a healthy diet isn’t a silver bullet when it comes to complex issues like antidepressant-induced sexual dysfunction, some instances of erectile dysfunction, and overall sexual endurance.
Still, it is a simple first step to reclaiming your sexual intimacy with your partner.
What Foods Increase Libido
These libido boosters will help you improve your bedroom antics by increasing sex drives, strengthening erectile function, and heightening the pleasure from sexual activities with a bonus of improved cardiac health, brain health, cholesterol levels, and blood circulation.
Here are a few of our favorite libido boosters to bring the heat back to your bedroom in record time.
1. Apples
Not only are they delicious, but apples contain multiple polyphenols, antioxidants, and flavonoids that protect you from prostate cancer and increase blood flow to your penis, all while whitening your teeth. Just make sure you don’t peel off the skin! The skin is where most of these promising chemical compounds live.
(Apples aren’t just for Adam! They’ve also been shown to increase female libido as well.)
2. Avocados
Avocados are a superfood full of penis-friendly compounds like vitamin B6 and zinc alongside omega-3 fatty acids (for heart health) and folic acid, which increases your energy and maybe even your sexual stamina.
3. Bananas
Bananas are the ultimate source of potassium in the fruit world, which aids in blood circulation and overall sexual health.
4. Brazil Nuts
It’s time to go nuts for your nuts. Brazil Nuts are rich in a chemical compound called selenium, which has been linked to increased sperm production and motility (the movement of individual sperm).
5. Carrots
A bowl of oatmeal has never looked more appealing.
14. Olive Oil
Olives and olive oil are perfect foods if you are struggling in the bedroom.
This amazing food is tied to increased libido in males (particularly increased testosterone) and has positive effects on cardiovascular health.
The improved blood flow, as you can imagine, is vital for male sexual arousal.
15. Oysters
Oysters are possible our favorite choice for natural aphrodisiacs. Consumed as a libido enhancer since ancient times, the health benefits of our favorite bivalve verge on spiritual.
Scientifically they are loaded with minerals that raise your testosterone levels like zinc and are virtually zero calories. You can burn belly fat while setting the mood.
16. Pomegranates
Pomegranates are a superfood that packs a mighty nutritional punch. They are full of fiber and are high in potassium, which effectively regulates blood glucose levels and blood pressure. According to a study in the International Journal of Impotence, just one glass of pomegranate juice a day can provide noticeable improvement in cases of erectile dysfunction.
17. Walnuts
Another nut for your nuts, this superfood is full of omega-3 fatty acids that enhance the motility of your sperm ( according to the Biology of Reproduction) and contribute to overall cardiovascular health for a stronger erection.
Bottom Line on Foods that Increase Libido
While this list is nowhere near conclusive, we hope that it at least give you a path towards a higher sex drive and a better sex life.
The foods in this list can be found in most groceries or health food stores, and in conjunction with regular exercise and a good night’s sleep, will transform your bedroom performance.
