Seven Foods to Power Your Libido

Stay strong with these vittles for virility.

By Amy Levin-Epstein, Best Life

Healthy blood flow is the key to a strong erection, so it’s natural that what prevents diabetes and stroke will also prevent erectile dysfunction. You know the drill: Fill up on fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, and whole grains … and lay off the stuff that clogs your arteries. Beyond these basics, the foods below will help keep you going strong.

1. Pomegranate juice

A study in The Journal of Urology found that pomegranate juice slashed the risk of ED in rabbits. See the bartender at the Playboy Mansion for cocktail recipes.

2. Shrimp salad

Shrimp is full of zinc, and leafy green vegetables are full of folate. Together, they can boost sperm levels. Put another one on the barbie, and turn the heat up—way up.

3. Oatmeal

Oats produce a chemical that releases testosterone into the blood supply, increasing sex drive and orgasm strength. Mix in some honey (see number six on this list) for an added boost.

4. Spinach

Spinach is a potent source of magnesium, which helps dilate blood vessels, according to Japanese researchers. That means you can count on smooth blood flow and strong erections.

5. Citrus fruits

Men who consume at least 2,000 milligrams of vitamin C a day improve their sperm counts and motility. Vitamin C also keeps sperm from clumping, so they have a better chance of reaching their destination.

6. Honey

Honey’s B vitamins aid the production of testosterone, and its boron content helps the body use estrogen, which is a key factor in proper blood flow and arousal. Sweet.

7. Blueberries

The soluble fiber in blueberries ushers cholesterol through your digestive tract before it chokes your arteries. The berries also contain compounds that improve circulation for a natural Viagra-like effect.

 

From MSN

Alcohol: Truth & Consequence

Diseases & Conditions: Health Topics

Alcohol: Truth & Consequences

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by Rich Maloof for MSN Health & Fitness

Drinking responsibly can be a fun part of your social life. But do you know the truth about alcohol risks, and what consequences they can bring? Take our quiz to find out.

1. Alcohol is nearly as addictive as which drug?
   Cocaine
   Heroin
   Marijuana
   Nicotine
2. Which of the following is NOT a factor in alcohol’s effect?
   Body weight
   Gender
   Ethnicity
   Age
   Genetics
   None is a factor
   They are all factors
3. By consuming no more than one drink per hour, you can stay under the legal limit for driving.
   True
   False
4. It’s best to treat a hangover with acetaminophen (Tylenol).
   True
   False
5. Women get drunk faster than men do.
   True
   False
6. Drinking tends to enhance sexual experiences.
   True
   False
7. Claiming that one is drunk, and therefore out of control, is a legitimate defense against an accusation of sexual assault.
   True
   False
8. Alcohol and pot are relatively safe to mix, since the effect of one balances out the other.
   True
   False
9. According to a 2005 study of colleges, how many students per year were injured under the influence of alcohol?
   199,000
   299,000
   599,000
   999,000
10. The number of alcohol-related fatalities in motor vehicle crashes appears to be going:
    Up
    Down

Results

Your Score is: 4 of 10

1. Alcohol is nearly as addictive as which drug?
   The Correct Answer: Cocaine
   Your Answer: Marijuana

   An estimated 17 percent of cocaine users become addicted to it, and drinkers follow closely at 15 percent. Of the other drugs: marijuana, 9 percent; heroin, 25 percent; nicotine, 32 percent.

2. Which of the following is NOT a factor in alcohol’s effect?
   The Correct Answer: They are all factors
   Your Answer: They are all factors

   Body weight: Fat, protein proportion, volume of blood and cardiovascular function all play roles in determining the impact of alcohol.Gender: Alcohol is generally more potent to women than men (see Question No. 5).Ethnicity: Based on genetic differences, there are direct and indirect alcohol effects by ethnicity. For example, Asians carry a gene that compromises liver function. More than other groups, Asians who drink tend to get flush, sweat and become nauseated.Age: A person’s age is represented in every system of the body, and alcohol works directly on the cardiologic, metabolic, excretory, digestive and neurological systems. Consider that dosage recommendations vary by age even on over-the-counter drugs.Genetics: One’s capacity to tolerate alcohol is partially dependent on genetic factors, so you may gain some insight about your own tolerance by studying other family members’. Geneticists have even gone so far as to determine that the ability to hold alcohol depends on an enzyme made on Chromosome 4.

3. By consuming no more than one drink per hour, you can stay under the legal limit for driving.
   The Correct Answer: False
   Your Answer: False

   The effects of one drink per hour will vary greatly from one person to the next. A 125-pound woman having just one glass of wine per hour over the course of three full hours can easily reach a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .08—the legal limit in most states. Symptoms such as flushed face and difficulty with fine motor skills can be evident at a BAC level of just .02.The body metabolizes pure alcohol at only .25 or .30 ounces (about half a drink) per hour, so on average it takes two hours for the effects of a single drink to be eradicated. Metabolization simply can’t keep up with an hourly drink. Drinking has a cumulative effect.

4. It’s best to treat a hangover with acetaminophen (Tylenol).
   The Correct Answer: False
   Your Answer: False

   Current evidence suggests there is little if any danger in using proper dosages of acetaminophen the morning after a night of drinking. Physicians do acknowledge, however, that research on the subject is lacking. The risk sometimes cited is liver toxicity, which is a realistic concern for alcoholics who overdose on acetaminophen to the tune of 26 extra-strength pills in 24 hours.

5. Women get drunk faster than men do.
   The Correct Answer: True
   Your Answer: False

   Alcohol mixes with water in the body, and because men have more body water, there is more dilution of alcohol. Less body water makes for a meaner hangover as well.

6. Drinking tends to enhance sexual experiences.
   The Correct Answer: False
   Your Answer: True

   Going by the numbers, the drawbacks of combining alcohol with sex outweigh the benefits. Women with impaired judgment are more likely to engage in sexual behaviors they later regret, especially regarding whom they slept with or what they consented to. Worse yet, compromised judgment can put a woman in a dangerous sexual situation. For both men and women, the likelihood of unprotected sex also rises with alcohol use, increasing incidences of unwanted pregnancy and STDs, including, of course, HIVOn the upside, alcohol does relax social and sexual inhibitions, and can increase amorous feelings. But these benefits could easily backfire as well since alcohol interferes with a man’s ability to sustain an erection and with a woman’s ability to reach orgasm.

7. Claiming that one is drunk, and therefore out of control, is a legitimate defense against an accusation of sexual assault.
   The Correct Answer: False
   Your Answer: True

   Being drunk is not a valid legal defense against a charge of rape or sexual assault. It is estimated that 75 percent of men who perpetrate sexual assault are under the influence of alcohol or drugs. A significant percentage of sexual-assault victims also tend to be under the influence; however, a victim who is drunk may be incapable of giving consent. Sex with an intoxicated person can constitute rape.

8. Alcohol and pot are relatively safe to mix, since the effect of one balances out the other.
   The Correct Answer: False
   Your Answer: False

   Alcohol and pot are both depressants. The risk of slowing one’s body down or passing out increases significantly when they’re combined. Marijuana also inhibits the gag reflex, which can be a problem when you want or need to throw up—and a fatal malfunction if you vomit while unconscious.Some drug combinations are additive, meaning that the effect produced is equal to the sum of the drugs combined. The effect of mixing alcohol and marijuana, however, is hyper-additive or synergistic: The two are multiplied rather than added. Many additional factors have influence (weight, tolerance, age, type of alcohol and pot), so the outcome is always difficult to predict.

9. According to a 2005 study of colleges, how many students per year were injured under the influence of alcohol?
   The Correct Answer: 599,000
   Your Answer: 999,000

   And that’s just the 18- to 24-year-olds enrolled in college.

10. The number of alcohol-related fatalities in motor vehicle crashes appears to be going:
    The Correct Answer: Down
    Your Answer: Up

    Americans may be getting smarter. Between 2003 and 2004, there was a 2.4 percent reduction in alcohol-related motor vehicle fatalities: 17,105 in 2003 compared to 16,694 in 2004. While that’s good news, alcohol still plays a role in 39 percent of all traffic fatalities.

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Food arrives at 11:30 am, a little early for lunch… but surprisingly, the order was complete. Every single order was accounted for and delivered correctly.

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