Did you know that sex is important for health? All research shows that it is important for adults to have sex. Good sex reduces stress in the body, and then you get better and balanced blood sugar. Sex also improves sleep, which in turn has a positive effect on stress and blood sugar levels. As with physical activity, sex will also increase the production of endorphins, and you will have more energy, be happier and have less pain. Having safe and good sex strengthens the relationship with your partner, which also has several good health effects. If you are a parent of young children, you probably often realize that you don't have time for sex in your busy everyday life; are so exhausted in the evening that the only thing on your mind is sleep. Or are you in the middle of life and find that your sex drive has waned, either due to an imbalance in sex hormones due to menopause, obesity, stress, little physical activity, diabetes (all of which cause an imbalance in your blood sugar) or simply a lack of exercise. That is, you must have a plan for sex and exercise it regularly.
Testosterone , the male sex hormone, plays an important role both in the man's and the woman's sex life. Overweight men often have too little testosterone and too much of the female sex hormone oestrogen, which means they may lack sex drive. Women also need some testosterone, and a lack of this hormone will also dampen women's sex drive.
Diabetes and Sex
Every fourth woman and up to half of men with diabetes have problems with their sex life. It applies both to the desire of the sexual intercourse and the ability to get establish. Unregulated blood sugar make you tired and under the weather. The cause may also be diabetic nerve damage, where the sensitivity will be changed, It may be either low sensitivity or experienced unpleasant. Or it could be poor blood supply to the penis because of the narrowed blood vessels. It is a good help to get, then take this up with your doctor even though it may feel difficult! There are several preparations and other aids on the market, which can give the sex of good quality again.
So, you can better your sex life:
Eat right for good blood sugar balance
When the weight goes down goes the penis up
Are you in a relationship , seen by at least one evening a week to sex. load the kids early, turn off all phones, close your doors and enjoy each other.
Are you single, take a hot and long shower and discover the body in new. Also masturbation is good sex.
Eat a delicious meal that stimulates your senses
Food and sex
Food is important for your general health, including your sexual health. The word aphrodisiac comes from the goddess of love, Aphrodite, and describes foods or herbs that are supposed to increase sex drive and strengthen potency. Here you get secrets from nature's own pantry - some of them are pure potency bombs.
Oysters: Reminiscent of the female genitalia in appearance, and have therefore always been regarded as the foremost aphrodisiac among foodstuffs. In addition, oysters contain a lot of zinc, which is important for sperm production and testosterone in men.
Tuna, salmon and mackerel: Contains a lot of omega-3, which lubricates sex hormone production.
Pumpkin seeds: Is the man's seed. They are full of zinc such as oysters.
Chilli: Here you can find Capsaicin, which has an effect that is similar to sexual arousal-sweating, faster pulse and red cheeks..
Chocolate: Contains phenethylamine and serotonin, both of which stimulate the mood in a positive direction.
Ginseng, rose root and fenugreek: are all known for their positive effect on sex drive and potency in both men and women
A menu for blood sugar balance and cultivation of the senses:
Appetizer: Oysters
Server oysters with a dressing made of: 1/2 dl red wine vinegar, 1 tablespoon finely chopped shallot, ¼ teaspoon white pepper. (This dressing makes 6 oysters)
Main course: Salmon Ceviche (2 servings)
300 g fresh salmon fillet into large cubes
1.5 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
½ Chili with seeds, finely chopped
⅓ dl good olive oil
1 teaspoon of salt
1 tablespoon white or black pepper
1 tsp sukrin
20 g cherry tomatoes split in two
½ Avocado into large cubes
½ Cucumber into large cubes
1 dl coarsely chopped coriander
sesame seeds or chia seeds
Place the salmon cubes in a bowl.
Mix lime juice, red chilli, olive oil, salt, pepper and sugar into a dressing and pour it over the leek cubes.
Let the fish “cook” in the marinade for 10 minutes.
Mix the cherry tomatoes, avocado, and cucumber
Season with coriander and seeds
Dessert: Walnut Cookies
3 egg whites
50 g Tagatesse
½ teaspoon salt
250 g walnuts
100 g dark chocolate
1 red chili
set the oven to 175 degrees
Have the egg whites in a bowl and whisk into Tagatesse little by little , plus the salt, Use a mixer, so that you get a fairly thick meringue
Coarsely chop walnuts and chocolate, finely chop chilli. Mix all this in the meringue at 175 degrees
Use a teaspoon and make the tops of the meringue on a baking sheet with greaseproof paper.
Bake right in the oven for approx. 12 min. Allow to cool on the plate.
This is about 30 cookies. eat 2 each for dessert, and put the rest in the freezer 🙂
Written by diabetes nurse and dietitian Hege Hasler Barhaughøgda
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