Diet and Sex: Principles and Recommended Foods for Regulating Sexual Function

**Diet and Sex**

**I. Dietary Principles for Regulating Sexual Function**

There is a significant interdependence between food and human sexual function. Both traditional and modern medicine...

It is believed that choosing a diet with kidney-tonifying and aphrodisiac effects can have a beneficial impact on libido, sexual response, and sexual behavior.

The sound can achieve the effects of strengthening sperm, enhancing male potency, tonifying the kidneys, and improving overall health. From the perspective of maintaining and regulating sexual function, in daily life...

The following principles should be followed in a regular diet:

(1) Sufficient high-quality protein. Sources of high-quality protein mainly include animal-based sources such as poultry, eggs, fish, and meat.

Bletilla striata is a protein source derived from soybeans. Protein contains various amino acids essential for the human body, participating in processes including sex organs and reproductive cells.

Arginine is a component of human tissue cells, including cellular structures, and is an important component of sperm production, thus enhancing sexual function.

It has the effect of promoting bodily functions and relieving fatigue. Legumes, especially frozen tofu, are rich in arginine.

(2) Moderate amounts of fat. In recent years, with the increasing health awareness of people, most adult men have taken to...

Consuming too much fat and cholesterol can lead to obesity, heart disease, and other health problems. From the perspective of maintaining sexual function, appropriate...

Consume a certain amount of fat. This is because fat contains essential fatty acids necessary for sperm production; a deficiency in these...

It not only affects sperm production but can also cause a decrease in libido. Sex hormones are mainly produced by cholesterol in fats.

This can lead to long-term vegetarianism affecting the secretion of sex hormones, which is detrimental to maintaining sexual function; moderate consumption of certain foods may also negatively impact sexual health.

Fat also helps in the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins such as vitamin A and vitamin E.

(3) Pay attention to supplementing enzymes. Enzymes are special proteins that have catalytic activity in the body and can promote...

Metabolism is beneficial to health. A deficiency in certain enzymes can lead to functional problems (including sexual dysfunction).

Reduced or even lost fertility. Enzymes are present in various foods; care should be taken to maintain appropriate temperatures during cooking.

The temperature should not be too high, and the cooking time should not be too long. Cooking methods such as frying, baking, and pan-frying can be used to avoid destroying the enzymes.

(4) Pay attention to supplementing vitamins and trace elements related to sexual function. Vitamin A and Vitamin E

Both have the effect of delaying aging and sexual function decline, and both have the effect of improving sperm production and sperm motility.

Good results. Poultry eggs, dairy products, fish, crab, shellfish, leeks, celery, carrots, pumpkin, sweet potatoes, dried chili peppers.

Bell peppers and tomatoes contain vitamin A, while egg yolks, beans, sesame seeds, peanuts, vegetable oils, and oatmeal contain vitamin E. Vitamin C...

It also plays a positive role in maintaining sexual function. Foods rich in vitamin C include fresh dates and yams.

Hawthorn, kiwifruit, and various vegetables and fruits, etc. Zinc deficiency can cause a decrease in sperm count and an increase in the number of abnormal sperm.

Increased risk of sexual and reproductive dysfunction, and even infertility; animal organs, lean meat, oysters, milk, beans,

Potatoes and brown sugar are rich in zinc.

(5) The following foods have good effects on strengthening sperm and enhancing male virility, and can be selected for consumption: abalone, octopus, clams,

Oysters, whelks, scallops, and other shellfish are rich in amino acids, as are scaleless aquatic products such as eels, loaches, and mudfish.

It has a sperm-enhancing effect.

(6) Drink alcohol in moderation. A small amount of alcohol may have some health benefits, but long-term excessive drinking can have adverse effects.

It can cause damage to the oral cavity, gastric mucosa, liver, cardiovascular system, respiratory tract, lungs, etc., and may also damage nerves, vision, and memory.

Memory and cognitive decline; fetuses conceived through sexual intercourse while intoxicated often suffer from birth defects or intellectual disabilities, a condition sometimes referred to as "alcohol-induced cognitive impairment."

Alcohol has an inhibitory effect on sexual function, which can lead to impotence, premature ejaculation, and nocturnal emission.

**II. "Viagra" in Diet**

In daily life, many foods contain ingredients similar to Viagra, and regular consumption can have effects.

An unexpected result.

**1. Wheat germ oil**

Wheat germ oil is an important component of many nutritional supplements and can improve human endurance, physical strength, and energy.

Effective. Wheat germ oil contains a substance called octacosanol, which can convert the energy stored in food into bioenergy.

These substances can enhance muscle strength, endurance, and vitality, and also improve the user's fertility and sperm production.

Quantity. Wheat germ oil is also rich in unsaturated fatty acids, which have antioxidant activity, and is therefore known as natural vitamin E.

**2. Nuts**

Nuts and kernels are rich in vitamin E, which can regulate sexual function through the secretion of gonadotropins by the anterior pituitary gland.

Functionally, it has a stimulating effect on sexual arousal. It is associated with frequent consumption of alcoholic beverages and the use of oral contraceptives, aspirin, and other medications.

At times, the body's need for vitamin E increases, so it's important to supplement it. Additionally, nuts and seeds contain protein.

Protein, fat, carbohydrates, sugars, fruit acids, dietary fiber, vitamin C, carotene, and various micronutrients.

It contains minerals and other nutrients, which have nourishing and health-promoting effects, and eating more of it is beneficial.

**3. Seaweed**

Seaweed contains alginic acid, mannitol, potassium, iodine, and various trace elements. It grows alongside mussels, oysters, and other seaweed species.

Shellfish and seafood products have the effects of nourishing deficiency and replenishing essence, warming the kidneys and dispelling cold, and are also nutritious foods that nourish yin and calm the liver.

This product is effective in preventing and treating kidney deficiency, impotence, premature ejaculation, and lack of energy.

**III. Examples of Foods Suitable for Men**

**1. Chives**

Leeks, also known as aphrodisiac grass, lazy man's vegetable, longevity leek, and flat vegetable, have been loved by the Chinese people since ancient times.

Love and attention. The Compendium of Materia Medica states: "Leeks warm the middle and lower body, replenish deficiency, harmonize the internal organs, improve appetite, and benefit..."

Yang. The Compendium of Materia Medica also states that leeks nourish the liver and kidneys, and treat frequent urination and bedwetting. Leeks are not only tender and flavorful...

Fresh and highly nutritious. Analysis shows that every 500g of chives contains over 10g of protein, 30g of fat, and carbohydrates.

It contains 19g of the compound, and is also extremely rich in other nutrients such as calcium, phosphorus, iron, vitamins, and carotene. Modern medical research...

Studies have shown that leeks contain a relatively high amount of fiber, which can increase gastrointestinal motility and help improve habitual constipation and prevent colon cancer.

It is of great significance; the volatile oils and sulfur compounds it contains have the effects of promoting appetite, sterilization, and lowering blood lipids.

Therefore, it is very beneficial for patients with hyperlipidemia and coronary heart disease.

Leeks are known as "the herb that invigorates yang" in pharmacopoeias because of their prominent effects in warming and tonifying the liver and kidneys, and invigorating yang and consolidating essence.

The seeds have the effects of strengthening essence, boosting yang, tonifying the kidneys, treating leukorrhea, and warming the lower back and knees. They are suitable for conditions such as impotence, seminal emission, and frequent urination.

Grind leek seeds into powder and take 15g twice daily, morning and evening, with warm water. This is effective in treating impotence. Alternatively, decoct leek roots and leaves.

When taken internally, it can treat night sweats and spontaneous sweating.

**2. Goji berries**

Goji berries are sweet in taste and neutral in nature. They enter the liver, kidney, and lung meridians, and have the functions of nourishing the liver and kidneys, benefiting essence and improving eyesight, harmonizing blood and moisturizing dryness, and beautifying the skin.

It has effects such as beautifying the complexion and nourishing the body to darken the hair, and can be used to treat liver and kidney yin deficiency, dizziness, blurred vision, seminal emission, and impotence.

Symptoms such as sallow complexion, dry and yellow hair, soreness and weakness of the lower back and knees, yin deficiency cough, and diabetes in the elderly can also improve male and female sexual function.

A healthy and effective remedy. Modern medical research has found that goji berries contain carotene, vitamin B₁, and vitamin C.

B₂, niacin, vitamin C, vitamin E, various free amino acids, linoleic acid, betaine, iron, potassium, zinc, calcium,

Components such as phosphorus can enhance the body's immune function, strengthen the body's resistance, promote cell regeneration, and lower blood cholesterol.

It has effects such as high cholesterol content, anti-atherosclerosis, improved skin elasticity, and anti-aging of organs and skin. Regular consumption of goji berries...

Goji berries can delay aging, beautify the skin, and improve sexual function. Goji berries have a stimulating effect on the nervous system and can increase libido.

Those who are accustomed to alcohol should not take this medicine.

**3. Sha Yuan Zi**

Astragalus complanatus seeds are the mature seeds of Astragalus membranaceus (also known as Tribulus terrestris) from the legume family.

It has a sweet taste and warm nature, and enters the liver and kidney meridians. It has the effects of tonifying the kidneys and strengthening essence, nourishing the liver and improving eyesight, moisturizing and softening the skin, and strengthening the waist and bones.

It can be used for skin care and beauty, as well as to treat kidney deficiency and lower back pain, impotence and seminal emission, dizziness, excessive vaginal discharge, and decreased vision.

Various ailments. The *Ben Cao Feng Yuan* states: "Tribulus terrestris, with its descending and tonifying properties, benefits the kidneys, treats lower back pain, and is essential for treating seminal emission and general weakness."

Medicine. The *Compendium of Materia Medica* states: "Tribulus terrestris is a medicine that tonifies the kidneys and astringes semen... It tonifies the kidneys, consolidates semen, and strengthens yang."

Seed. Modern medical research has found that *Astragalus complanatus* seeds are rich in selenium, as well as copper, iron, zinc, manganese, fatty acids, and tannins.

It contains substances such as vitamin A, which protect the skin and keep it smooth, soft, and elastic.

It also enhances sexual function and delays aging. It is indicated for those suffering from kidney yang deficiency leading to frigidity, impotence, premature ejaculation, nocturnal emission, and loss of libido.

For patients with various insomnia symptoms, taking Astragalus complanatus seeds can not only improve sexual dysfunction symptoms, but also have a good effect on skin nourishment.

It has skin-beautifying and hair-darkening effects, and can rejuvenate youthful vitality. Astragalus complanatus is warm in nature and has a yang-strengthening effect, therefore it is suitable for those with yin deficiency and excessive fire.

Those with strong libido and a tendency to ejaculate easily should not take this medication.

4. Pine nuts

Pine nuts are sweet in taste and slightly warm in nature. They have the effects of strengthening yang and bones, nourishing blood and beautifying the skin, moisturizing the lungs and relieving cough, and lubricating the intestines and promoting bowel movements.

It is a nourishing and health-promoting food for middle-aged and elderly people, and is beneficial for those with poor appetite, fatigue, seminal emission, night sweats, excessive dreaming, physical weakness, and deficiency.

It has a good effect on improving erectile function and is an important aphrodisiac food. Modern medical research has found that pine nuts contain...

It contains a high amount of unsaturated fatty acids, high-quality protein, various vitamins, and minerals. Regular consumption can strengthen the body.

It can improve physical health, enhance the body's immune function, delay aging, eliminate skin wrinkles, moisturize and beautify the skin, and enhance sexual function.

Useful. Pine nuts contain oils that can nourish the skin, making it smooth and supple.

5. Lychee

Lychee is sweet and warm in nature, and has the effects of nourishing qi and blood, replenishing essence and marrow, promoting body fluids and stomach health, and beautifying the skin. It is...

This health-promoting fruit is beneficial for health and appearance, and can also be used to treat insufficient body fluids after illness, kidney deficiency with nocturnal emission, spleen deficiency with diarrhea, and forgetfulness.

Insomnia and related symptoms. Modern medical research has found that lychee contains pectin, malic acid, citric acid, free amino acids, and fruit acids.

It contains sugar, glucose, iron, calcium, phosphorus, carotene, vitamin B₁, vitamin C, and dietary fiber, which can improve...

It benefits digestion and blood circulation, thus having a skin-moisturizing and beautifying effect; it can also improve sexual function and is used for...

It treats nocturnal emission, impotence, premature ejaculation, and frigidity, and can also improve anemia and lower back pain caused by kidney yang deficiency.

For symptoms such as knee pain, insomnia, and forgetfulness. For those who are thin, have dark skin, and suffer from impotence and premature ejaculation, take 10 dried lychees, 10g of Schisandra chinensis, and [unclear text - possibly a typo].

Take 15g of cherry blossoms, decoct in water, and drink one dose daily. Long-term use can strengthen the body and treat diseases. Lychee is warm in nature and should not be eaten in excess.

People with internal heat or excessive liver fire should not eat lychees.

**6. Bird's Nest**

Also known as "swallow's nest," it is the food prepared by swiftlets and other related species after they have eaten small fish, seaweed, and other marine organisms.

Nests and burrows, built from a mixture of mucus secreted by glands and down feathers, are often constructed on cliffs and precipices of islands.

It is named for its resemblance to a swallow's nest on land. "Palace Swallow" is the most nutritious and prized; followed by...

"Feathered bird's nest" and "blood bird's nest" are the lowest quality. Bird's nest is a delicacy on par with bear's paw and shark fin, and is served at high-end banquets.

It is not only a delicious delicacy, but also a renowned high-grade tonic both domestically and internationally. The Compendium of Materia Medica (Supplement) refers to bird's nest as...

"It has a sweet, bland, and neutral flavor, greatly nourishes lung yin, resolves phlegm and stops cough, and is both tonifying and clearing, making it a holy medicine for treating consumptive diseases and tuberculosis"; (Food Recommendations)

The book "Taboos" states that bird's nest has the effects of "strengthening yang and replenishing qi, harmonizing the middle jiao, replenishing essence and marrow, moistening the lungs, stopping chronic diarrhea, and eliminating phlegm and saliva".

Bird's nest is rich in protein, with up to 50g per 100g, and also contains various amino acids, sugars, and other nutrients.

It contains organic salts and vitamins, and has excellent nourishing effects. It is suitable for those who are weak due to prolonged illness, emaciated, weak, and have poor appetite.

It is a top-grade tonic. Stewing bird's nest with appropriate amounts of white fungus and rock sugar can treat dry cough, night sweats, and lung yin deficiency.

Simmer Bletilla striata with water until tender, then add rock sugar and simmer until dissolved. Take this decoction morning and evening to treat chronic bronchitis and emphysema in the elderly.

Hemoptysis, etc.

Before consuming bird's nest, it should be rinsed with clean water and then soaked in 80℃ hot water for 3 hours to allow it to fully absorb the nutrients.

After it expands and softens, remove the lint with tweezers, then soak it in boiling water at 100℃ for about 1 hour before use.

For cooking.

7. Oysters

Also known as oyster or clam. It has a salty taste and slightly cold nature, and is believed to nourish yin and subdue yang, tonify the kidneys and astringe semen, thus having benefits for male infertility.

Oysters are effective for treating conditions such as fatigue, weakness, kidney deficiency, and impotence. Regular consumption of oysters can improve sexual function and sperm quality.

Quantity. Modern research shows that oysters are rich in zinc, as well as iron, phosphorus, calcium, high-quality protein, carbohydrates, and other nutrients.

A type of vitamin.

**8. Shrimp**

Shrimp is delicious and has high nutritional and medicinal value. Regular consumption of shrimp can strengthen the body. (Motherland)

In traditional Chinese medicine, it is considered to have a sweet and salty taste, and a warm nature. It is believed to have the effects of invigorating yang and kidneys, replenishing essence, and promoting lactation. It is suitable for those suffering from prolonged illness, physical weakness, shortness of breath, and fatigue.

Those who are weak or have poor appetite can use it as a nourishing food.