The Zoomer Report: Foods To Boost Libido

Valentine’s Day has come and gone — but here’s a list of foods that can boost your libido all year round — It’s from the Oprah doctors Oz and Roizen.

Apples: Help keep bad breath away and your partner closer.

Bananas: Contain bromelain, an enzyme thought to boost male libido.

Celery: High in androsterone, a hormone released in male sweat that turns women on.

Chocolate: No explanation necessary. Unfortunately lots of women think it’s actually better than sex.

Figs: Rich in amino acids that may inflame desire.

Garlic: Cancels the sweet breath provided by the apples but can boost blood flow to sexual organs.

Licorice: Its scent may increase blood flow to the sexual organs. Guys respond to the smell of doughnuts, too. Eating them? Not so good; that slows down blood flow.

Oysters: Contain lots of zinc, an ingredient necessary for the production of testosterone.

Wild yams: May enhance genital sensitivity.

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Libby Znaimer, a prominent Canadian journalist specializing in business, politics, and lifestyle issues, is producer and host of The Zoomer Report, a special feature on topics of interest to baby boomers and the 50+. It covers everything from health and wealth to leisure and volunteerism, from the special vantage point of the generation that has changed society in its wake.

Ms. Znaimer is also Vice-President of News and Information for Classical 96.3FM and AM740. Her first book, “In Cancerland – Living Well Is The Best Revenge” – was published in October 2007 by Key Porter.

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