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Feb 13

6 foods to get you in the mood this Valentine’s Day – 9Coach

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The red roses are out on display and the giant teddies ready to ship off to many a lucky Valentine yep, the season of all things love is in full swing. So is there any truth to the commonly held belief that certain foods can help to get you in the mood?

Sure, it's well documented that oysters, figs and even bananas are the lusty tastes and visual aids we should seek out if the goal is to feel a little more randy, but is there any scientific truth to these claims? And if you are looking to spice up your sex life, what are the key foods can you add to your diet so you are all ready to embrace true love this Valentine's Day?

Oysters are one of the richest natural sources of zinc, a key nutrient involved in the production of testosterone. Low levels of zinc have also been associated with erectile dysfunction whilst boosting zinc intake has been shown to increase sperm count in some studies.

As a key sex hormone, testosterone plays a key role in regulating libido for both men and women. The production of testosterone is regulated by both the brain and the pituitary gland and is significantly impacted by stress levels. As testosterone production also declines as we age, ensuring an adequate dietary intake of zinc is key for optimising testosterone production and, in turn, sex drive.

Maca is a root vegetable found in Peru, derived from the same group of veggies as broccoli, cauliflower and cabbage. You can find it in both root and powdered form, and it can be added to smoothies and baking to boost overall nutritional intake.

However, one of the proposed benefits is that it helps to boost sexual interest and there are some published studies to back this up, too. There's also some evidence to show that supplementing with maca powder may improve the quality of a man's semen.

While more research is needed, adding some maca to your daily smoothie will cause no harm and may even play a role in boosting your sex drive.

While egg whites are known for their high protein levels, let's not forget the key nutrients found in egg yolk some of which give your sex hormones a boost.

Egg yolk is a rich source of Vitamin D and E, which are fat soluble vitamins that play a key role in hormone production including your sex hormones. The yolk is also a rich source of Vitamin B5 and B6 which play key roles in energy production.

It is the special omega-3 fats, found in particularly high quantities in deep sea oily fish like salmon, that is associated with boosting sexual performance and drive long term. Firstly, omega-3 fats act to reduce inflammation and improve blood flow. And these good fats are also involved in sex hormone production, playing a powerful role in regulating our sex drive. A fresh Tasmanian Atlantic Salmon like Tassal will help give you that extra boost.

One of the richest natural sources of the amino acid arginine, peanuts or 100 per cent peanut butter are a must if your goal is optimising blood flow to the regions of the body that may benefit from good circulation.

Specifically, arginine is involved in the production of nitric oxide, which is required to achieve and maintain erectile function. So boosting your intake via foods including peanuts, turkey, seeds and wholegrains is a natural alternative to more aggressive medications such as Viagra, which also works by increasing the level and activity of nitric oxide in a medicinal form.

When it comes to feeling in the mood, let's not forget the importance of maintaining optimal energy levels in general, especially for busy women. With at least 1 in 4 Australian women exhibiting clinically low iron levels, is it any wonder so many of us are too tired for any action?

The simple answer to the issue of 'I'm too tired'? Boost your lover's iron intake with a small serve of lean red meat, one the richest natural sources of iron, 3-4 times each week to help optimise energy and libido. And for the blokes, cooking her dinner (and cleaning up afterwards) will probably help, too.

Susie Burrell is a leading Australian dietitian and nutritionist, founder of Shape Me, and prominent media spokesperson, with regular appearances in both print and television media commenting on all areas of diet, weight loss and nutrition.

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