Top Five Aphrodisiac Ingredients

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Zinc

An antioxidant, improves your lipid profile and blood circulation, which is crucial to erectile function. It may be especially important for testosterone and sperm production, and it is vital for the functioning of protiens, enzymes and hormones. Because heavy alcohol used depletes zinc, it is critical for those who drink regularly. One good source is Zinc Liquimins, from Trace Minerals.

Gingerroot

This supports your cardiovascular system –crucial to every erection. The best way to get it is simply to grate it from a piece of gingerroot.

Ginseng

This helps in the production of nitric oxide, which is essential for smooth-muscle relaxation and erectile function. Try Chinese Red Root Ginseng from Nature’s Answer.

Selenium

This is key to fertility — you need it to produce sperm. Allergy Research Group sells it under the name Selenium Solution.

Choline bitartrate and phosphatidylcholine

These are nutrients that help sustain memory function and ejaculate volume. Choline bitartrate is widely available in powder form; phosphatidylcholine is available from Designs for Health.

The brands mentioned here are good examples, but there are many others you can try.

Here*s a recipe of Dr. Shabsigh’s sex shake.

• 12 to 16 oz. skim milk
• 1/4 tsp. (50 mg) zinc sulfate
• 1 tsp grated gingerroot
• 12 drops ginseng tincture
• 1 drop (50 mcg.) selenium
• 4 strawberries or 1/2 banana (optional)
• 1 tsp choline bitartrate powder or (1Tbsp phosphatidylcholine powder)

Place all ingredients in a blender. Add 2 or 3 ice cubes. Blend for 30 seconds. Drink.