Female Sexual Dysfunction

Foods That May Help

Foods linked to Female Sexual Dysfunction in the research literature.

• ApplesImproves

  Italian study: women eating unpeeled apples daily scored significantly higher on female sexual function index; observational only

  Source: How Not to Age

• Fenugreek SeedsImproves

  Raises estradiol and testosterone; doubled sexual activity vs placebo in pre- and postmenopausal women; also improved male body composition and strength

  Source: How Not to Age

• MacaImproves
  ~3/4 teaspoon powder

  One small trial of about three-quarters teaspoon of maca powder suggested benefit

  Source: How Not to Age

Recipes That May Help

• Lemon-Ginger Apple Chews
• Braised Red Cabbage with Apples and Walnuts
• Paleo Trail-Mix Muffins
• Two-Lentil Dal
• Indian-Inspired Spiced Cauliflower

Sources

• How Not to Age