Eating To Beat Erectile Dysfunction

A good diet can work wonder for a good sex life and even may help both women and men suffering from sexual dysfunction. What tastes good is not necessarily good for your sex life and care must be taken not to overeat and to drink too much as the blood that should be pumping into the penile arteries will be busy digesting food.

A few simple recommedations could have very drastic effects for certain people. For women, soya products, ginger and chilli are all said to help blood circulation and boost the sensitivity of sexual nerves that can heighten sexual pleasure. Weight loss diets that contain small portions of good nutritious food generally are beneficial for your sexual function too. Some studies have even shown that by losing weight you can increase the level of the all important male hormone testosterone.

Some fats are essential for good sexual function as hormone production relies on some fat levels in the body. It is important to eat the good fats and not the bad ones. For example olive oil, tuna, salmon and other oily fish contain heathly types of fat and try and make them part of your daily diet. Omega 3 and 6 essential fatty acids abound in salmon and tuna and they regulate hormones that determine mood.

Fresh fruit and vegetables along with Vitamin C to boost sperm production can really help. A little extra Zinc in your diet can really help your hormones to keep working. Shellfish have traditionally been known to be good sources of Zinc along with wholegrains foods.

Chocolates are also said to boost mood especially in women and put them in a good mood which is essential for the sexual function of a woman. Chocolates can reduce stress and they release endorphins giving you a feel good factor.

The Ukmedix team say that what is good for your heart and your body is good for erectile function and therefore your sex life.