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Nuts and Seeds for Sexual Health

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Gautam Clinic Pvt LtdSexologist • 27 Years Exp.Sexologist Clinic
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Dry fruits and nuts of all variety are great for sexual health.  This is because almonds, peanuts, walnuts, pumpkin seeds and sunflower seeds have monosaturated fats that help the body create cholesterol. This cholesterol is important for the sex hormone to function properly.  These nuts can be consumed as a snack during the course of the day, they not only help the heart function to its optimum, but also are packed with protein and aid the muscle building process.

Pistachios also are a great source of plant cholesterol, consuming pistachios results in a significant drop in triglycerides and LDL. LDL is the bad cholesterol and as it is bad, it is good that pistachios help control its levels.

Brazil nuts are the best natural source of selenium— this mineral is important for a healthy prostate and colon, it has also been linked for the prevention of a mineral that has been linked to preventing cancers.

Pecan nuts is packed with antioxidants of any nut. Apart from that these nuts are a great source of vitamins and can help with blood clotting and heart diseases.

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Soaking nuts is a great way to not only enhance the flavor but they also lead to increase enzyme activity. These soaked nuts and seeds witness a hike of nutritional value. You can soak the nuts overnight and consume them during the course of the day. You can heat them in the oven for them to regain their texture.

fruits, vegetables and seeds are important for your sexual health and should be incorporated in your daily diet.

 

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