By Diana Vilibert, care2.com
Whether you already make an effort to eat seasonally or you're just looking for a reason to start, this list of autumn produce will give you extra motivation: each item is excellent for your libido and overall sexual wellness. Does planning your shopping list count as foreplay?
Sweet Potatoes
As if you needed another excuse to enjoy this Thanksgiving favorite all year round. Sweet potatoes are loaded with potassium, which helps combat high blood pressure—an important benefit since hypertension is linked to a greater risk of erectile dysfunction. They also provide plenty of vitamin A, believed to enhance fertility.
Pomegranate
Drinking a glass of fresh pomegranate juice daily can work wonders if you're dealing with erectile dysfunction. Its high antioxidant content helps prevent free radicals from interfering with blood flow to the genital area.
Brussels Sprouts
The vegetable you despised as a child turns out to have significant health advantages. It contains indole-3-carbinol, a compound that lowers estrogen levels in the body, giving men a substantial libido lift. (Check out these perfect Brussels sprouts recipes.)
Pumpkin Seeds
No oysters in the fridge? Pumpkin seeds are a great substitute. They are rich in zinc, which boosts female sex drive. They also contain omega-3 essential fatty acids, which, among many other benefits, help maintain a healthy libido.
Read: The Libido Drug for Women Is Back — but Don’t Call It ‘Female Viagra’
Apples
An apple a day helps make for a great lay… oh, is that not how the saying goes? Well, either way, it’s true: Apples contain quercetin, a flavonoid that helps prevent prostate cancer cell growth.
Cranberries
Many women already drink cranberry juice daily to prevent urinary tract infections after sex, but it’s beneficial for men too. It’s packed with vitamin B, essential for hormone balance, and vitamin C, which is thought to support healthy sperm function.
