We introduced our ABCs of ProBLEN series to help explain the ingredients, hormones, and other substances we refer to in the literature on our website. In this edition of The ABCs of ProBLEN, we're focusing on the letter O.
O is for both Oophorinum and Orchitinum!
If you are suffering from decreased or low libido (Oophorinum), are you also noticing signs and symptoms of low estrogen, such as skin changes, hot flashes, ovarian cysts, or acne rosacea? Are you noticing signs of low testosterone (Orchitinum), such as premature senility, sexual weakness, or extra weight gain in the middle?
ProBLEN can assist you in balancing those symptoms with our Estrogen, Testosterone, and Libido supplements! All of our products are homeopathic, natural, safe, plus FDA regulated. Our focus is staying abreast of all the new facts concerning aging hormones in general. For example, did you know that there are foods that can help you boost your libido naturally? The phrase, "you are what you eat," is absolutely true. If you want to feel well, frisky, fold these five foods into your eating repertoire.
5 Libido-Boosting Foods:
Pumpkin Seeds:
Pumpkin seeds are a great source of zinc, which has been shown to boost sex drive by pumping up testosterone. You can use them as a garnish for just about any dish, from your morning oatmeal to a garden salad or stir fry. For a sweet treat, try dipping whole strawberries in melted dark chocolate, then rolling them in roasted pumpkin seeds!
Almonds:
Any food that's good for the heart is good for the loins because heart-healthy foods keep arteries clear and boost circulation to allow blood, oxygen, and nutrients to flow freely! In addition to heart-healthy fat, one ounce of almonds provides 35% of your daily Vitamin E needs, another sex hormone booster and powerful antioxidant that prevents arteries from hardening, the top cause of poor blood flow. One ounce, which is twenty-three almonds, makes a perfect portable anytime snack. Toss them into an empty Altoids tin and stash them in your bag, desk drawer, or glove compartment!
Edamame:
The antioxidants in soy provide natural lubrication for women and are one of the top foods for protecting men's prostates. Soy also helps lower cholesterol and blood pressure, and is great for circulation. A study found that soy compounds may help you look better naked by creating fewer and smaller fat cells. Order as an appetizer next time you go out for sushi!
Wheat Germ:
Wheat germ is a good source of arginine, which is an amino acid that boosts nitric oxide, a compound that relaxes blood vessels, increasing blood flow to the male and female parts of the body. Arginine is also involved in the production of anti-aging hormones. Wheat germ's nutty flavor makes it a great addition to hot or cold cereal or a fruit smoothie, and it's a terrific garnish for grilled, roasted, or steamed veggies.
Watermelon:
Juicy watermelon contains a natural substance called citrulline, which gets converted into arginine. Watermelon is also rich in the antioxidant lycopene, which keeps men's prostates healthy. Citrulline is found in higher concentrations in the rind, so be sure to bite into the white part at least a little bit. Plus, it's 92% water, so it re-hydrates if things get sweaty!
Fun Facts:
According to the Smell and Taste Foundation in Chicago, the smell of buttered popcorn gets men pumped up, but among all the odors tested, the combination of pumpkin pie and lavender produced the greatest increase in arousal in men, with a 40% increase in penile blood flow.
Did you know, the scent of grapefruit makes women appear about 6 years younger to men. If you wanted an easy way to burn some calories with your partner, 30 minutes of sex burns 150-200 calories!
Funny enough, alcohol and smoking both reduce sex drive, so instead of a bar, cruise your local Farmer's Market! If you want to be in that special mood, head to your local grocery or Farmer’s Market to boost your libido naturally!
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