FOODS THAT WORK LIKE NATURAL VIAGRA

I have found that many people do not understand what the drug Viagra actually does for men. Many believe that it boosts libido, but that's not the case. Viagra does not cause a man to become sexually aroused, it is only effective if the man IS sexually aroused. To understand how it works you need to understand the mechanics of how a man gets an erection.

When Viagra hit the market in 1998, many men thought it was the answer to their problems, and rushed to the doctor's office to try it. According to the Grey Clinic in Indianapolis that specializes in erectile dysfunction, 17% of men between 18 and 55 experience occasional impotence, while 6% have regular erectile difficulties. For men over 55, that number jumps to about one in three. Some common causes of impotence are diabetes, heart disease, psychological issues, and also frequently occurs after prostate cancer surgery.

How Erections Happen

During an erection, blood flows quickly into the penis, which increases its length, width, and firmness. If the "in" vessels or arteries are too narrow, or if blood drains too quickly through the "out" vessels or veins, men may have trouble achieving or maintaining an erection. When a man gets sexually stimulated, the nervous system in the erectile tissue of the penis releases nitric oxide, that stimulates a chain reaction causing the arteries in the penis to dilate, allowing the blood to flow into the penis more easily. The erectile tissue itself fills with blood, and both of these processes result in an erection. So basically if your body doesn't make enough nitric oxide, Viagra fills in.

Viagra only works with sexual stimulation, and does not increase sexual desire or the libido. So even if you take Viagra, if you are not turned on, your brain will not stimulate the release of any nitric oxide and you will not get an erection. Further, although Viagra is established to be a safe and effective drug, it isn't appropriate for everyone and may not work in all cases.

Viagra & Blood Pressure

Viagra can slightly lower blood pressure, and while this is not a problem for most men, its effect on blood pressure is exaggerated if Viagra is taken with a nitrate drug. Nitrates are one of the treatments doctors prescribe for angina. If you take Viagra when you are also taking nitrates, the combined effect can lower your blood pressure to such an extent that it could prove fatal. In some men, it can cause bad headaches,  many notice they have trouble telling blue and green colors apart, while in others it just doesn't work.

Now that you understand how Viagra works, lets go into other natural ways to stop degradation of certain molecules, and that increases production of nitric oxide. You may also need to fix the hormonal and chemical imbalances that inhibit libido, because they can keep you from wanting sex. This creates a vicious cycle where not having enough sex lowers the nitric oxide, testosterone and growth hormones that would normally be produced by having sex.

Natural Viagra Options

Natural Nitric Oxide Boosters

Nitric oxide does a lot for the body. I just covered the fact that it is one of the main ‘ingredients’ behind erections, and extraordinarily good at preventing cardiovascular disease by relaxing arterial walls, dilating the vessels, and improving blood flow. It improves brain function and reduces cognitive decline, due to the fact that it enhances blood flow to the brain and functions as a secondary neurotransmitter between nerve cells.

High nitric oxide levels will also greatly improve the effectiveness of your workouts, due to the fact that your muscles will receive more oxygen and nutrients when your veins are dilated and circulation is enhanced. For the same reason, it also shortens recovery time.

Exercise

Exercising and staying active is amazingly awesome for pretty much everything. After all, we were never meant to sit around all day. We should constantly be on the move, walking, climbing, etc. And pretty much all kinds of exercise from walking to furious strength training, has been shown to increase nitric oxide levels, both, temporarily and the baseline. Also if you go to the gym regularly, nitric oxide production will increase as your muscles increase in size. Your body notices that the muscles need more blood, oxygen, and nutrients, so it increases the baseline nitric oxide levels.

Nitrate Rich Foods

Once you swallow food, bacteria in your gut converts the nitritines into nitric oxide. Foods that provide nitrates are spinach, beets, celery, aragula lettuce, iceberg lettuce, carrots, parsley, cabbage, radishes, and collard greens.

Vitamin C + Garlic

It’s a well known medical fact that vitamin C increases nitric oxide production in the body, and that it also protects the molecules. Garlic on the other hand is filled with nitrates, and it also contains a compound called quercetin, which is linked to increased nitric oxide levels in various studies. Studies have also found that garlic is more effective at dropping high blood pressure than most drugs on the market.

Quercetin

This works extremely well with other similar compounds, such as resveratrol, procyanidin, tannins, tea catechins, and genistein to increase nitric oxide levels. Get your quercetin from food sources like onions, garlic, chives, apples, grapes, and red wine.

Citrulline

L-Citrulline is an amino acid that your kidneys will convert into L-arginine, that will then convert into nitric oxide. This means supplementation with L-citrulline is a solid way to increase nitric oxide levels naturally. You can get some citrulline by eating watermelons. Watermelon is a newly found Viagra-like food that is rich in citrulline that works by relaxing blood vessels, improving blood circulation in the genitals, just like Viagra.

Sunlight

It’s a well known fact that natural sunlight triggers the skin to produce vitamin D, but what most people don’t know, is that the natural sunlight will also trigger the skin to synthentise more nitric oxide (provided that you don’t use sunscreens that block the sun. The researchers at the University of Edinburgh found out that when sunlight touches the skin, nitric oxide is instantly released into the bloodstream. They also concluded that sunlight exposure can significantly increase your life-expectancy by cutting the risk of stroke.

Boost Low Testosterone

As a man ages, the amount of testosterone in his body naturally declines, and this starts to happen after age 30 and continues throughout life. Without adequate testosterone, a man may lose his sex drive, experience erectile dysfunction, feel depressed, have a decreased sense of well-being, and have difficulty concentrating. Some causes of low testosterone levels are due to:

• Injury, infection, or loss of the testicles
• Chemotherapy or radiation treatment for cancer
• Genetic abnormalities such as Klinefelter's Syndrome (extra X chromosome)
• Hemochromatosis (too much iron in the body)
• Dysfunction of the pituitary gland (gland in the brain that produces important hormones)
• Inflammatory diseases such as sarcoidosis (a condition that causes inflammation of the lungs)
• Medications, especially hormones used to treat prostate cancer and corticosteroid drugs
• Chronic illness
• Kidney failure
• Cirrhosis of the Liver
• Stress
• Alcoholism
• Obesity (especially abdominal)

Grape Seed Extract

The extract itself is great for testosterone production, as it’s one of the few natural substances that can block the conversion from testosterone into estrogen. Grape seed extract is also great at increasing nitric oxide levels, BONUS! Studies on humans show that it drops blood pressure and heart rate, and animal studies show that it activates the natural nitric oxide synthase of the body and increases levels by 138% when taken at doses of 100mg/kg.

Cold Water Fish

Cold-water fish include salmon, tuna, mackerel and sardines,and these fish are high in zinc content, and zinc plays an important role in the production of testosterone.

Pumpkin Seeds

Like oysters, these seeds are high in zinc which is essential for healthy sperm production and preventing testosterone deficiency in men. They are also loaded with libido vitamins and minerals like vitamin B, E, C, D, K and minerals including calcium, potassium, niacin and phosphorous. Next time Halloween comes around, now you know what to do with those left over pumpkin seeds, roast those babies. Adding seeds such as pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds and others to your meal is another way to increase your sex drive. Seeds contain Omega 3 fatty acids and zinc, which play an important role in regulating sex hormones levels. Eating just one tablespoon of seeds a day may up your testosterone level for the hottest night.

Ginseng

What makes ginseng interesting, is the fact that several human studies show how it increases testosterone & nitric oxide, while it improves circulation, promotes sleep quality, relaxes arteries, and boosts libido

Resveratrol

This is a compound that increases testosterone levels and reducing estrogen levels, but not only is reservatrol good for the hormonal balance, it’s also a very potent nitric oxide booster. Drink red wine & eat grapes.

Bananas

Bananas are also added to the list of the most powerful natural Viagra foods due to the energy content. Bananas are high in vitamin B, that keep your energy level high for a long time, which also contributes to the production of testosterone that increases sex drive.

Oats

Energy boosting breakfasts that contain cereals using oats is an arguably unmatched libido boosting meal. Oats up energy levels and keep testosterone and estrogen at the right levels for a steamy performance. Adding seeds and dried fruits to your bowl will also increase the enhancing effect.

Foods That Boost Libido

Eating specific foods get the mojo going, helping to give some people some healthy inspiration to get in the mood and get it on. YES eating specific foods can stimulate bodily desires. Love foods are prized in cultures worldwide. These foods also have circulatory, relaxant and muscle strengthening effects, or visual, tactile or sensory impact that stimulates the psyche.

Many other so-called "aphrodisiacs" can be dangerous, either to the consumer or to the endangered species supplying the ingredient. FYI, Spanish fly is ground-up blister beetle that contains a caustic acid-like juice called cantharidin. This causes a burning or swelling sensation in the urinary tract which is misconstrued as sexual stimulation. It is probably not good for the person you love.

Before turning to exotic substances, consider improving your health, because as reported in the American Journal of Medicine in 2007, erectile dysfunction is highly correlated with poor physical health and inactivity. More than 50% of diabetics, 44% of those with high blood pressure, and 26% of subjects watching three or more hours of television per day had trouble achieving an erection either "sometimes" or "always."

Also, the side effects of diet and exercise include better self-confidence, which could really be the best aphrodisiac yet. The brain, after all is the largest sexual organ in the body, so to get your mojo going, here is a list of top foods that can boost your sex drive naturally.

Pomegranate

Men, who want to improve their sexual performance, may need to drink pomegranate juice. According to the study conducted by California scientists, a glass of pomegranate juice works because the juice is high in antioxidants that are known to increase blood flow to the genital area. Drinking a glass of pomegranate juice every day for a month will boost men's sexual power and prevent the risk of developing prostate cancer and heart disease.

Oysters

Current research shows oysters improves dopamine levels which boosts libido in men and women. Oysters are also high in zinc which is vital for testosterone production and healthy sperm.

Maca

Is known as Peru’s natural Viagra. According to Discovery Health’s medicine hunter Chris Kilam, the maca plant is used by the Peruvian culture to increase strength, stamina, energy, fertility and libido.

Raisins

Raisins are known to boost libido and turn you on when needed thanks to arginine that has long been used in treating sexual problems such as erectile dysfunction. Besides, raisins are a great source of energy, which contribute to better sex performance.

Spinach

Spinach is also a natural remedy for erectile dysfunction. Like most of the green leafy vegetables, spinach contains vitamin E, which stimulates the release of sex hormones. It is also  a great libido-boosting food for women as it has manganese, which increases female fertility by stimulating the production of estrogen. Spinach is also rich in zinc, which contributes to better sperm quantity & quality.

Asparagus

Known for its suggestive shape, asparagus is high in a B vitamin known as folate that aids in increasing the production of histamine, which is important for a healthy sex drive in men and women.

Strawberries

For better sexual performance, include a variety of fruits in your diet. Fruits, such as strawberries are rich in vitamin C, known to keep your libido at a high level. Eating up to 1,000 mgs of vitamin C-rich fruits will considerably improve sperm count and its quality. Strawberries are often used as natural stimulant for men and women.

Chilli

Add some spices in your foods while cooking! Chilli pepper is known to increase blood flow in your body, as well as increasing libido. However, it will also stimulate the production of endorphins that make you feel aroused and elated.

Dark Chocolate/Cacao

Dark chocolate is great sex food that not only heightens your mood and reduces stress, but also improves your sex life. Chocolate is rich in phenethylamine, chemicals that make you feel relaxed and increases sexual pleasure. Serotonin in chocolate also contributes to boosting your libido.

Garlic

Eating raw garlic may make your partner turn the other way in bed, but  it can certainly stir up your sexual desire. The heat in garlic is what stirs up your libido, while the allicin content in it can increase blood flow to sexual organs. This trick doesn’t work overnight however, apparently you need to consume it for about a month to reap its rewards. If you can’t stand the raw garlic go for the capsules found at your local natural food market.

If you want to improve your sex life, stock your pantry with an assortment of these items, and eat them on a regular basis. You could even lose weight in the process, and the extra exercise you’ll get in the bedroom is a plus.

Reposted from: http://thescienceofeating.com/2015/05/15/foods-that-work-like-natural-viagra/

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