7 Vitamins And Herbs That Help Increase Libido

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JAKARTA – A number of ways can be taken to help increase libido. Such as living a healthy lifestyle, getting enough rest, and exercising regularly. In addition to these habits, consumption of foods that contain vitamins and certain good ingredients can help increase sexual desire.

According to the recommendations of experts, reported by The Health, Wednesday, February 23, the following foods and herbs that help 'warm up' the bed.

1. Vitamin B

Taz Bathia, MD. an integrative medical expert in Atlanta, B vitamins can help increase general energy. Foods that contain B vitamins include beef, poultry, eggs, and green leafy vegetables.

2. Foods that contain antioxidants

Shannon Chavez, Psyd., CST., sex therapist, recommends vitamin A and antioxidants because they help increase energy, circulation, and cell growth. Chavez said healthy foods such as fruits, vegetables, nuts, and whole grains include vitamin supplements needed to maintain a healthy libido.

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3. Zinc

Zinc is a mineral content associated with libido. The less the amount of minerals in the body, the lower the libido. This may be why your sex drive isn't burning, says Taz. His advice, you can consume oysters that contain high zinc.

4. Selenium

Selenium is recommended by Chavez to be consumed properly. The reason is, nuts, beef, tuna, seeds, and foods that contain selenium if consumed in excess can put the heart, kidneys and liver at risk.

5. Omega-3 fatty acids

Foods containing omega-3 fatty acids have been linked to improved circulation and reduced symptoms of depression. This content, present in salmon, which according to Taz is useful for maintaining blood flow and organ function working properly.

6. Pala

A 2013 study found that nutmeg helps improve sexual performance. Meanwhile, apart from nutmeg, you can use cinnamon to improve your mood. Research has also found musky scents, such as cinnamon, bergamot, cedarwood, and patchouli can attract sexual desire and trigger arousal.

7. Ginseng

In traditional Chinese medicine, ginseng is believed to be a libido-enhancing herb. Several scientific studies also prove that ginseng can help overcome dysfunction and increase sex drive.

Those are seven vitamins and herbs that can help increase libido. You can eat it with the right portion, so there is no risk to your overall health.