Do you find that your desire to binge your favorite TV show is greater than your sex drive? If you fall into that category, your libido may require a little boost. There is no need to worry because roughly 15% of men and 32% of women lack the desire to have sex regularly. You are not alone, and the beautiful thing is that you can recharge your desires just by seeing what’s in your kitchen. 

You don’t need to head out to purchase sexier lingerie to spice up your sex life. Head on over to the grocery store because eating the right foods can boost your confidence, stamina, and energy levels. Studies have shown that various foods can positively impact libido. Even if you don’t notice an immediate boost in desire, certain foods have a positive effect over time. Additionally, when you eat more of the foods in this article, they positively impact your health in other ways. Because this article is focused on libido, though, let’s explain how adding these foods to your diet can supercharge your sex drive.

Avocado

When has adding avocado to your meal been a bad idea? Never, is the answer, in case you were searching for it. Avocados are naturally rich in vitamin B6, which may decrease premenstrual syndrome symptoms, including irritability, fatigue, and bloating. That may make it easier for women to get in the mood. For men, avocados may increase libido in a more indirect way. If you want more blood to pump to the penis, you need a healthy heart. Avocados are naturally rich in monounsaturated fats, which work to reduce bad cholesterol and inflammation, two things that lower the risk of stroke and heart attack. Reducing cholesterol and plaque build-up in the arteries makes it easier for the heart to pump blood where it needs to go when the mood strikes. 

Green Tea

Is a hot cup of this delicious elixir the key to heating up your sex life, guys? According to research, green tea is rich in catechins, which are compounds that work to reduce belly fat and promote blood flow. Health experts explain that catechins work to improve blood flow in two ways. Catechins fight free radicals that damage and inflame blood vessels, which in turn allows blood vessels to transport blood more efficiently. Secondly, catechins cause blood vessels to release nitric oxide, ultimately increasing the size of blood vessels to improve blood flow. Healthier blood flow makes it easier for the penis to become erect. 

Apples

An apple a day does not keep your libido at bay, or so a few studies indicate. Apples contain quercetin, which is a flavonoid that may play a role in managing symptoms of prostatitis, promoting circulation, and remedying symptoms of erectile dysfunction (ED). A 2016 study found that men who had a higher fruit intake reported a 14% reduction in ED symptoms. A separate 2016 review reported that consuming 500 milligrams (mg) of quercetin helped lower blood pressure. In men, high blood pressure may lead to sexual dysfunction, as blood vessel damage impairs blood flow to the genitalia. For women, high blood pressure may decrease libido and cause them to lose interest in sex. Experts believe the reason for this is because high blood pressure causes fatigue, and reduced circulation to the vagina makes it more difficult to experience satisfaction.

Pumpkin Seeds

Zinc is integral to a healthy male reproductive system. Not only does it assist with wound healing, maintaining eye function, and improving immunity, but it also helps to boost testosterone and sperm production. Several studies indicated that low zinc levels led to low testosterone. Zinc affects the cells in the testicles that produce testosterone and one study found that men who consumed 30 mg of zinc per day were able to increase free testosterone in the body. All this is to say that pumpkin seeds are some of the best plant-based sources of zinc. Next time you need a little testosterone boost, snack on some organic pumpkin seeds!

Oysters

You have probably heard that oysters exhibit aphrodisiac properties. The reason for this is because they are naturally rich in zinc, being the richest food sources of the mineral. One serving of oysters provides you with 673% of the recommended daily intake of zinc. Studies show that zinc may be an integral nutrient for male fertility because it regulates testosterone levels. Additionally, zinc aids blood flow to sexual organs, which may improve your libido.

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Do you judge a restaurant or household by the condiments they have? What is the brand and what is the quality of the condiment? Do you love a homemade ketchup, chutney, or dressing? If you answered yes, then you, like us, prefer the preservative-free stuff made with love and care. That’s exactly what this pumpkin seed ranch dressing is: a salad dressing, dip, and sauce that contains tons of nutrients. It may just become a staple around your house!

Ranch dressing is beloved by many people and it is not uncommon for people to have serious opinions about the ranch dressing they enjoy. Usually, the valley is hidden, if you’re picking up what we’re laying down. Unfortunately, most store bought ranch dressings are full of fat, unhealthy inflammatory oils, preservatives, added sugars, and a lot of other problematic ingredients that should not be in a salad dressing. A good ranch dressing should be both creamy and refreshing, packed with herbs and spices, and completely gluten-free, vegan, dairy-free, and low-carb friendly.

Such is the case with this raw vegan pumpkin seed ranch dressing. It uses pumpkin seeds, homemade almond milk, apple cider vinegar, onion, mint or parsley, dried dill, paprika, mustard powder, sea salt, and black pepper. Blend all of those ingredients together to create a lovely sauce/salad dressing/condiment. Make sure that you blend until the mixture reaches the consistency you prefer. If you enjoy a thicker ranch dressing, you can add more pumpkin seeds or less almond milk. Play with those measurements to achieve your desired result.

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Get the ingredients and ready your food processor because homemade energy bites are as easy as one, two, three. An easy-to-make snack that is rich in protein, fiber, healthy fats, and free of preservatives and added sugars? How many times can we say yes? When you need a boost of energy and want to enjoy something that is wholesome, nutrient-dense, and delicious, turn to these chocolate hemp and pumpkin seed energy bites. They take less than 10 minutes to process and then another few minutes to form into balls. Freeze them until firm and then enjoy!

You will need raw pumpkin seeds, hemp hearts, chia seeds, raw cacao powder, Medjool dates, raw sunflower seed butter, alcohol-free vanilla extract, and grade A maple syrup. Once you gather your ingredients, ready the food processor fitted with the ‘S’ blade. You will first have to process the pumpkin seeds with the hemp hearts. Once that becomes a crumbly mixture, add the chia seeds, dates, vanilla, sea salt, sunflower seed butter, and maple syrup to the processor. Pulse until that mixture is a dough-like consistency. It will almost turn into a ball in the food processor. Just make sure to stop blending, scrape down the sides, and continue blending in order to fully incorporate all of the ingredients.

Due to the fact that these energy bites have sunflower seeds, hemp hearts, chia seeds, and sunflower seed butter, they are not lacking in healthy fats, protein, or fiber. That makes them great for enjoying when you want something to hold you over between meals. They are also great to enjoy pre- or post-workout, as the nutrients in them aid both muscle performance and recovery.

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If you have spent time in our recipe section, especially browsing the Full Body Cleanse-approved ones, you know how much we love cheesy dishes. Cheese is the primary ingredient that stops vegetarians from becoming vegans. While there are vegan cheeses available in the grocery store, some of them are lacking in flavor. That isn’t the case for this raw vegan nut-free parmesan cheese. It combines pumpkin seeds, nutritional yeast, hemp seeds, garlic powder, and sea salt. You’ll want to sprinkle this on everything you make, especially your salads while cleansing.

Most vegan parmesan cheese recipes contain nuts, particularly cashews. In fact, most vegan cheeses use cashews because they are creamy, but if you are avoiding nuts due to an allergy, this recipe is perfect for you. Nuts do not agree with everyone, causing inflammation or poor digestion in certain people. That isn’t necessary the case with pumpkin seeds and hemp seeds, both of which offer impressive nutritional profiles. Pumpkin seeds are naturally rich in zinc, magnesium, iron, copper, manganese, and vitamins E, K, and omega-3 fatty acids.

Hemp seeds are highly nutritious, offering good amounts of fiber, omega-3 fatty acids, protein, magnesium, potassium, zinc, iron, vitamin E, and phosphorus. A single serving (about three tablespoons) of hemp seeds has nearly 10 grams of protein, which works to curb hunger and energize the body between meals. The antioxidants in hemp seeds may also help lower blood pressure and protect against free radicals, which are molecules that increase the risk of chronic inflammation, diabetes, Alzheimer’s disease, and other conditions.

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This could be the prettiest salad/slaw you make throughout the winter. It is very crunchy, crisp, refreshing, and slightly tangy. Filled with purple cabbage, carrots, pears, and pomegranates, there is no shortage of nutrients in this slaw. Plus, the vitamin C-rich citrus vinaigrette keeps you coming back bite after bite. If you love a dish that has texture and different levels of flavor, this is the slaw that will satisfy your taste buds. All other slaws will bow to this one!

A slaw is very versatile because you can enjoy it as an entree salad, side dish, or put it on sandwiches. Because of the sweet and slightly tart flavors, this slaw complements numerous entrees and sandwich toppings. As a quick note, the sandwiches are only for people who are not cleansing! This slaw may be cleanse-approved, but a sandwich is not. That said, you could roll up this slaw in a collard leaf to make a raw vegan wrap. Use one of our many nut meat mixtures or nut cheeses in the wraps for for added sustenance.

The slaw is as tasty as it is beautiful. The sweetness of the pear goes great with the tart and juicy pomegranate arils and slightly bitter purple cabbage. The citrus vinaigrette takes it to another level, though. In the words of Guy Fieri, “You could put that on a flip flop!” It’s so good that you could drink it! Save the dressing recipe because you may want to use it on other salads in the future. And as a last piece of advice, you can let the slaw sit in the dressing for an hour or two before serving so that the ingredients can soak up that citrus flavor.

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Carving pumpkins is a great family activity to do on or before Halloween. What happens to all of those nutritious seeds that you scoop out with the pumpkin guts? If you are like most people, you probably throw them away. We urge you not to throw out pumpkin seeds because they contain valuable nutrients. Plus, they make for the perfect fall snack! 

There are a few reasons why most people throw out pumpkin seeds when they carve pumpkins. First and foremost, it can be very time consuming to separate them from the pumpkin’s gooey insides. After you do that, you have to rinse them and then pat them dry before you can roast them. The second reason is that most people would rather consume a bag of chips than take the time to roast their own pumpkin seeds.

Regarding pumpkin seeds, you have a few things you can do with them after carving pumpkins. Repurpose these seeds to help reduce food waste! Continue reading to learn how to save and use pumpkin seeds. 

Compost Your Seeds

If you do not want to use the pumpkin seeds at all after carving your Jack, please don’t throw them in the trash. Pumpkin seeds, and the pumpkin guts, make for great compost additions. You can add them to green material, such as lawn cuttings or other food scraps, and mix them with dry leaves or hay. The green matter helps provide nitrogen and leaves offer carbon. Don’t soak the seeds prior to composting them, though, or else they can germinate and you may end up with a rogue pumpkin plant as a result. 

Preserve The Seeds To Plant Them

You can save your pumpkin seeds to grow another pumpkin by next Halloween, just as long as you dry them for long-term storage. Soak them in warm tap water to remove any pulp and then stain them through a colander. At this point, put the seeds on a dish towel and let them dry for about a day or so. Wrap them in paper towels and place them in a sealable plastic bag or airtight jar. Store them in a well-ventilated place (such as a refrigerator) and plant them in late April or May to harvest the pumpkins by September. 

Transform The Seeds Into Butter

Pumpkin spice lattes take center stage during fall, but autumn is about all things squash. Spreading homemade pumpkin seed butter on warm toast is a special autumnal treat. Begin by washing your seeds after a successful carving session. Dry them and then add them to a food processor. Blend until they are smooth and creamy, adding a touch of oil and sea salt to help ease the blending process. It will take some time, but it is worth it. You can also add a drizzle of honey and cinnamon for more flavor. 

Roast The Pumpkin Seeds

This is potentially the best way to utilize and enjoy pumpkin seeds. All you have to do is wash and dry the seeds and place them in a large mixing bowl once you pat them dry with some paper towels. Season them with a little olive oil, sea salt, and black pepper and mix to combine. Scatter the pumpkin seeds across a parchment paper-lined baking sheet and bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about 30 minutes. You can experiment with different seasonings or flavor combinations, such as cinnamon sugar pumpkin seeds, coconut aminos with white pepper and garlic powder, or create a sweet and spicy mix. Chili powder, sea salt, and fresh lime juice make for an incredible batch of roasted pumpkin seeds! To start you off right, use the following recipe. 

The Perfect Roasted Pumpkin Seeds

Pumpkin seeds are some of the most nutrient dense seeds, so don’t get rid of them after pumpkin carving. Turn them into a healthy snack.

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Sometimes, folks, we have to make salads a little heartier and less cleanse-approved. That’s exactly what we’ve done for this roasted chickpea fall salad. Besides the stunning and vibrant colors, this salad offers a variety of textures from the kale, pumpkin seeds, pomegranates, and roasted chickpeas. Top it with creamy avocado and chewy dried cranberries and this salad is next level. It is perfect as a vegan entree or festive fall side dish. It is fully of autumnal flavors that everyone will want more of after the first bite.

The great thing about a hearty salad like this is that they hold up for several hours, making it a great potluck salad. Kale is very sturdy, but make sure to chop it finely to help break down the fibrous texture. Additionally, remove the thick kale stems, or you’ll end up with bitter bites in every forkful of salad. If you prefer arugula or cabbage, then you can use those greens instead. With your base prepped, you can build your salad with the other featured ingredients. You’ll have to roast the chickpeas first, but if you are short on time, you can cook them in the pan. Just make sure to season them liberally, because that way they end up tasting like croutons, only more delicious.

There are a lot of savory flavors in this fall salad, but the pomegranates and dried cranberries offer freshness and tartness. Pomegranates also offer lots of antioxidants, which work to fight free radicals in the body. The subtle tartness of the pomegranate arils go great with the apple cider vinaigrette, which brings a little life and vibrance to the creamy avocado cubes. You also have the freedom add walnuts if you want, but the pumpkin seeds offer healthy fats, texture, and protein.

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Are you ready to dance? A better question is: Are your taste buds ready for a flavor party? This raw vegan kale pesto with pumpkin seeds is a blissful bowl of green goodness! This delightful twist on a classic pesto is not only a beautiful sight to behold, but also a powerhouse of flavor and nutrients that goes great on zoodles or as a dip for raw veggie sticks. You may find that you prefer this pesto to an unhealthy, processed jarred pesto sauce! And that jarred sauce belongs in one place: the garbage!

Kale is a super green that offers an earthy, robust flavor and an assortment of nutrients, including vitamins A, C, & K, an abundance of fiber, magnesium, iron, and calcium. It harmonizes with the creamy nuttiness of raw pumpkin seeds, or pepitas. Pumpkin seeds contain heart-healthy fats, protein, and good amount of magnesium. Those little green seeds add great texture to this pesto, in addition to helping you feel full and happy.

One of the traditional ingredients in pesto is parmesan cheese, which you cannot enjoy on a raw vegan diet. That’s why you use nutritional yeast to help achieve that signature cheesy flavor from classic pesto recipes. Nutritional yeast, in addition to offering a cheesy flavor, is packed with necessary vitamins and minerals, including vitamin B12, which can be difficult to get on a vegan or raw vegan diet.

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Summer wouldn’t be complete without including stone fruit in your recipes. Although this salad calls for peaches, you can substitute them with nectarines, plums, or apricots if you have them on hand. The goal is to make your life easy, but we also want to add a little pizzazz to your regularly old salad. Kale is a great sturdy green that has just the right amount of bitterness for the sweeter peaces and juicy, tart blueberries. That said, this salad does a great job at making kale not taste like kale.

This could potentially be one of your new favorite salads during summer. The season is not over, so you still have time to get your hands on some fresh, seasonal peaches. The salad is very simple and tossed in an easy lemon vinaigrette that pairs beautifully with the kale, blueberries, peaches, and pumpkin seeds. You can enhance your content of protein and healthy fats if you want to add raw pecans (pictured). They are not required, but add an additional textural and slightly salty and nutty component. Again, make it easy on yourself, though. No need to overcomplicate your life!

When it comes to making a kale salad, one tip that we always suggest is to massage the kale. This extra step helps to soften the leaves and make them easier to eat. Alternatively, you can chop the kale finely instead of adding large leaves to your salad. If you have never massaged your kale before, there has never been a better time to start. Lastly, remove those fibrous, thick stems from the kale leaves, as they have a bitter, unpleasant taste.

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Will you transform into a superhero if you eat superfoods? That’s not for us to say, but eating foods with a high concentration of nutrients will benefit your overall health. Take these superfood energy balls, for instance. Although their color is due to spirulina, the spirulina isn’t the only nutrient-dense ingredient in this recipe. These energy balls contain almonds, pumpkin seeds, dates, desiccated coconut, and almond butter, all of which offer a combination of healthy fats, protein, fiber, minerals, vitamins, and antioxidants.

Spirulina is a type of algae that grows in fresh or salt water, but we don’t expect you to scavenge the coral reef for it. It is readily available in tablet or powder form and provides many antioxidant compounds that may help protect from various diseases. One review found that spirulina was able to significantly improve markers of total cholesterol and triglycerides in people with metabolic syndrome. Another review of five studies found that taking between one to eight grams of spirulina per day helped reduce systolic and diastolic blood pressure in people with high blood pressure.

Don’t worry about these energy balls tasting like a freshly caught fish, though. The sweetness from the dates and nuttiness from the almond and pumpkin seeds. The pumpkin seeds also contribute to the signature greenish-blue color of these energy balls. They provide lots of zinc, fiber, unsaturated fats, and protein. You’ll be fueled up with just one or two of these balls of energy!

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