Having a healthy sex life has so much to do with your everyday life, what you do and what you eat. We are aware of the saying (you are what you eat!) Yeah, it’s true! the type of food that we eat determines your lifestyle and sex life. A healthy sex life requires a healthy diet and vice-versa. Are you looking to increase your libido, strengthen your sexual excitement, and generally have a healthy sex life?
If yes, you need to start incorporating these foods to boost your bedroom life and make it your daily routine. In no time, you’ll experience the best sex life that you deserved. Cook your way into a new era of the explosive increase in healthy sex life. Africa is blessed with natural foods that are very beneficial to health; here are some few lists of African foods.
- Pawpaw (Papaya)
“Sweet like sugar; yellow like Fanta! Everybody like pawpaw!”. Papaya is estrogenic, meaning it mimics the female hormone estrogen. Low levels of estrogen can have a negative impact on your libido as a woman.
- Green leaves (Spinach & others)
This leafy green, along with some other green vegetables, is a potent source of magnesium, zinc, and manganese that helps dilate blood vessels, production of sperm and sex hormone.
- Eggs
A staple for all households and a good source of protein. Eggs, which are rich in vitamins B6 and B5 for balanced hormone levels. Too much eggs might exert the opposite effect in terms of blood flow to the sex organs and so moderation is crucial.
- Avocado
Who doesn’t love avocados? They make it onto almost every “foods for better sex” smoothies, thanks to the natural fatty acid and potassium that’s help in increasing libido and erection.
- Bananas
Yet another tropical fruit! The iconic fruit of sexual fantasy! Which lady will not fancy a Banana? Since they’re rich in potassium and B vitamins like riboflavin, bananas are a good way to keep up your man’s testosterone production.
- Freshwater fish (catfish)
Did I hear you say you don’t like fish? Fresh fish pepper soup is a staple in Africa! Omega-3 fatty acids! Since catfish, and other fatty fish, are full of them, start loading up on the sex-boosting benefits of this fish.
- Beans
A zinc powerhouse and a good source of protein that will help keep your man’s sperm healthy according to new research and helps in anabolic body-building.
- Watermelon
Apparently, you can get quite a bit of sexual satisfaction from watermelon, thanks to a phytonutrient called citrulline that is said to promote smooth muscle relaxation.
- Oysters and other saltwater seafood
Yes, they’re said to be an aphrodisiac–but oysters are also great thanks to their high doses of zinc, and omega 3-fatty acid which improves sperm count in sub-fertile men, improves erection and give good libido
- Strawberries
Red! The symbol of love! Every dessert with a final touch of strawberries is yummy! Thanks to the high contents B vitamin folate and vitamin C, they can boost your libido!
- Yoghurt
Looking to go on the “better sex diet”? Have your man to go for the yoghurt instead, which is high in zinc as well! Also may help to improve vaginal flora.
- Broccoli
Rich in multivitamins and vital for DNA strength, there’s plenty of foliate in broccoli (and cauliflower), helps in metabolism and increase libido.
- Milk (dairy product)
Did you say he doesn’t love milk? Well, time to start! It’s a natural way to boost red blood cell in the bloodstream, an important cell for oxygen distribution. Also, rich in protein, potassium, calcium, sodium and help to boost sex drive and orgasm.
- Eggplant (garden egg)
So delicious to eat and eggplant is said to increase both men and women’s sexual stamina. It eliminates frigidity and elevates sexual performance in men and women because of its positive effects on the sexual desire centers in the brain. Hey, why not try?
- Chicken (poultry)
Another one of our favourite zinc powerhouses, dark meat chicken (along with beef and pork) is good for your man’s sperm health. Rich sources of coenzyme Q10, D-aspartic acid and L-arginine. However, Moderation is CRUCIAL.
- Cherries
Full of anthocyanin, which protects your artery walls and helps prevent fatty plaques, is why he should be having more cherries and berries in his diet.
- Cashews and its nut
Who doesn’t love this delicious fruit? As one of our favourite zinc powerhouses, it’s time to eat up! I promise your sperm will be active and healthy!
- Mango
This a delicious fruits, common who doesn’t eat mango in Africa? Try a fresh mango fruit juice! So nice! Mango is rich in multivitamins that helps in increasing blood flow to the sex organs and increases sexual excitement! Not bad!
- Chilli Peppers
I like it hot! Do you? Pepper is the source of Western African hotness and stamina. However, Central and Southern African seems not to like pepper. If You likes it hot, then it’s time to rejoice! The spice in chilli peppers contains capsaicin, which dilates blood vessels, and promotes blood circulation.
- Dark Chocolate
Finally, this list will not be complete without A cholate. Man’s companion during a romantic moment! Love and Chocolate. Dark chocolate contains a compound called phenylethylamine, and magnesium that releases the same endorphins that are triggered during sex and makes the attraction between you grow. Start tonight!
