6 Foods to Eat If You Want to Feel Sexier

6 Foods to Eat If You Want to Feel Sexier (And Who Doesn't?!)

You already know that chocolate has a reputation as a potent aphrodisiac, thanks in part to its high caffeine and antioxidant content and melt-in-your-mouth texture. No wonder chocolate in all forms is tempting you in store windows and on your social feed right now, as Valentine's Day is about to arrive.

But chocolate isn't the only food that can prime you physically or mentally for a bedroom session. Plenty of others can also put you in a let's-get-it-on kind of mindset, research suggests. Some amp your libido and energy, others give you a mood boost, and some simply have a silky, sensual deliciousness that makes you feel relaxed and indulgent. If you're hoping for some sexytime this Valentine's Day, put these six expert-recommended aphrodisiacs on your menu.

Olive oil

Ancient Greeks considered olive oil to be a cure for impotence, and they're clearly onto something. Rich in monosaturated fats, this oil can help increase blood flow, says nutritionist Julie Upton, RD. Better blood flow means more energy and circulation, which can make you feel more aroused.

                   

Maca powder

Maca is a South American plant cultivated in the Andes for thousands of years. Newly trendy as a powder you can add to soups, acai bowls, and smoothies, a preliminary study suggests that it can pump libido—perhaps because it's such a nutritional superstar, loaded with energy- and libido-boosting amino acids, zinc, and iron.

Bivalves

Oysters have long been considered an aphrodisiac, but they're not the only seafood that can ignite desire. Upton says that scallops, mussels, and clams all contain two specific amino acids that increase sex hormone production in men and women. There's one catch though: These bivalves "must be eaten raw to score the nutritional benefits," notes Upton. Good thing oysters and scallops can be consumed uncooked, she says.

Almonds

A candle-lit steak dinner may sound super romantic, but plant-based protein is actually the best for your sexual health. The top choices? "Choose nuts," suggests Upton, who adds that the monosaturated fat in tree nuts such as almonds makes them excellent for heart health—as well as the health of your private parts, since they help improve blood flow down below, she says. Consume almonds as a snack, blend them into smoothies, or add them to your main course as a topping or crunchy crust.

Red pepper

Chefs add hot peppers to spice up a dish—and they can spice you up as well. Red chile peppers fire up nerve endings, make you sweat, and give you an adrenaline-boosting energy surge you can put to good use in the bedroom. Like all spices, they also have anti-inflammatory properties and make you feel more healthy overall, says Upton.

Tofu

Soy-based foods like tofu are high in protein, providing a steady energy surge to power sexual stamina. Soy products are also low in saturated fat and can increase blood flow and potentially boost arousal. And though it's controversial, some studies have suggested that the natural estrogen in soy-based foods, phytoestrogens, can supplement your own natural estrogen, possibly affecting arousal.

Just as important as what you eat, however, is who you're enjoying your food with and the atmosphere you're dining in. Those environmental factors can make it so a food that doesn't have any known aphrodisiac powers still leaves you feeling sexy. "The good news is your brain is the largest sex organ," says Donnica Moore, MD, a gynecologist and host of the podcast In the Ladies Room With Dr. Donnica. "If a pleasant memory from your past involved a particular food, the next time you eat it you may associate it with sexual desire."

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How fast can you lose weight?

When you have a significant amount of weight to drop or an imminent deadline (that class reunion really snuck up, huh?), trying to shed unwanted pounds quickly is pretty tempting. Here's what you need to know in order to do effectively and safely!

 

If you have more to lose, you’ll lose more—initially. It’s actually more useful to think of the weight you want to lose in terms of a percentage of your current weight, rather than a number of pounds. “For most men, a weight loss goal of 10 to 15 percent is a reasonable place to start,” says Nisha Basu, M.D., a primary care physician at Beth Israel Deaconess 
Medical Center and instructor at Harvard Medical School. So for a man who weighs 225, that would be 22 to 34 pounds. For one who weighs 350, he’s looking at 35 to 53 pounds—at least as a starting point. The bigger guy may also, therefore, drop more pounds in his first few weigh-ins. “Pace of weight loss is highly variable,” Basu says. “In general, though, for those with more weight to lose, initial weight loss can happen more rapidly.”

That first weigh-in may be dramatic. It’s not uncommon to see that scale needle make a satisfying downtick within the first week or two of changing your habits. “Generally the first week, most people can lose several pounds, which is mainly water weight,” says Basu. Why? When you put your body at a calorie deficit (i.e., eat fewer calories than you burn), your body immediately goes to its ready-energy stores of glycogen (basically, a form of sugar) to make up the difference. In the process, water is released. But once the glycogen is depleted and the body figures out it needs another way to find fuel, that’s when the actual weight loss begins.

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A Science Based Diet Plan

The creator of this plan, Brian Flatt, read more than 500 medical studies and reviewed hundreds of diet plans to create what many think is one of the best plans ever invented.

What is the one thing ever dieter is looking for? (Besides a "lose fat while you sleep" pill) Quick results!

Nothing is more frustrating than faithfully sticking to a diet, only to find that, for all your efforts, you lost 1 pound. Check out Brian’s own words; "

For a diet to be successful, I truly believe that the diet must produce visible and significant results fast."

Why 2 Weeks?

Why just 2 weeks? Because, in the long run, very few people will stick to a diet much longer if they aren’t seeing results.

This eating plan is designed to burn fat fast; as much as 16 pounds, in just two weeks! Other diet plans take 4 or 5 months to accomplish this!

A Science Based Plan

Flatt goes into quite a bit of detail and gives a lot of scientific evidence to explain why this diet works.

For example, he talks about your BMR or Basal Metabolic Rate. This is the amount of calories your body is going to burn every single day, just to keep you alive. Every breath you take, digesting food, swallowing, making hormones, even if you just sat there all day, it all takes calories, much like a car.
The plan explains to you how to calculate your BMR so you can discover if you are eating far too many calories.

Every person who wants to lose weight is told that all they have to do is to eat less and exercise more, but this doesn’t work out well for most people because they never take their BMR into consideration.

How Does it Work?

The plan is broken down into a four part system. It combines planned fasting and fat fasting to help breakdown stored fat. While the body can live without carbohydrates, it functions well on a high protein, high fat, and low carb diet.

The plan explains in detail how to properly consume protein shakes and supplements, so that they encourage your body to breakdown fat for burning, as well as helping you to keep a positive mental outlook.

What’s Included in The 2 Week Diet

• You will start with the Launch Handbook, which goes over the science behind weight loss and why this plan works.
• Then there is the actual Diet Handbook, which details what to eat, when to eat, and how much to eat.
• The Activity Handbook, as you might imagine, is a detailed exercise plan designed for those with limited time. This is a super practical guide that teaches you quick and easy workout routines.
• Last, the one thing every dieter needs, a Motivational Handbook. A proper mindset is just as important as what you are eating. Brian gives you science based methods for control and focusing on your goals, which helps to keep you motivated.

The Pros

• Super fast results (as much as 16 pounds in just 2 weeks!)
• Fits into even the busiest lifestyle.
• Easy to use and understand
• Guaranteed to work or your money back.

The Cons

• No personal supervision
• Books are digital EBooks only, which means you need your computer nearby to see the exercises, or you are going to need to print it yourself.
• Not affordable for some people, however, there are coupons and discounts if you spend a little time online looking for them.

The Bottom Line

Is it really possible to lose 8 to 16 pounds in 14 days? If you read the testimonials on Brian Flatt’s site, it certainly seems possible. Many people claim that they lost 20 pounds.

For those who want to lose weight quickly for an upcoming event, this plan appears to be a winner. Flatt has done quite a bit of research and the ideas he presents seem quite sound.

Perhaps best of all, Flatt has a 60 day money back guarantee. This means that if it doesn’t work, at least you aren't out anything other than 2 weeks of your time.

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2-Week Diet & Exercise Program

THE DIET PLAN WHAT SHOULD I EAT?

Nutrient-dense, low calorie foods are the secret to losing weight and keeping it off. Your goal for the next 2 weeks is to choose foods that have the highest nutritional value. This means choosing foods that are rich in nutrients and low in calories. Try to aim for a balanced diet that includes whole grains, healthy fats and lean proteins at every meal.

Whole foods are the best form of nutrition. The term "whole foods” refers literally to food in its whole form, with minimal processing to keep it as close to its original form as possible. For example, visualize a whole apple and compare this to a glass of apple juice. The juice on its own does not contain the skin, seeds or fleshy center. However, the whole apple offers all the goodness of the entire fruit and consequently offers greater health properties. This example applies to most all foods, so choosing "whole foods” over processed foods means you get the richest supply of nutrients possible.

Color is important! Antioxidants called "polyphenols” are responsible for the brightly colored pigments (vibrant reds, greens, blues and purples) of many fruits and vegetables. By keeping your food choices colorful, not only do you get a gorgeous looking meal, but you’ll also benefit from the positive health impact these colorful foods provide.

WHEN SHOULD I EAT?

Always eat breakfast! Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. After fasting for 8 hours through the night, the body relies on sustenance in the morning for physical and mental energy and focus. Ideally you should eat breakfast within an hour of waking to stimulate metabolism. If you are not accustomed to eating food this early in the day, try (at least for the next 2-weeks) to eat a very light but nutritious breakfast to help you get going in the morning.

Lunch should be the biggest meal of the day. This is when your digestive enzymes are maximized and your body is primed to break down and absorb food nutrients. Having your largest meal in the middle of the day provides your body with the calories that it needs to stay active.

Dinner should always be light and early. Try to finish your evening meal before 7pm or at least two hours before going to bed. It is important to give your digestive system a rest during the night-time and to allow your body to repair, regenerate and detoxify. In order for your metabolism to function at its most efficient, it relies on this nightly restorative process to keep your body operating at optimum levels.

Snacking is allowed during the 2-week bootcamp. Eating a small snack in between lunch and dinner can help to maintain balanced blood sugar levels and to restrict overeating.

THE MEAL PLAN:

The following meal plan provides 1250 calories per day. This diet is scientifically designed for healthy weight loss over the course of 2-weeks. Below is an overview of the basic dietary guidelines, outlining the daily amount of food that is allowed from each food group. You can mix and match food items throughout the day (being careful not to exceed your caloric goal) or you can simply follow one of three pre-designed menus below.

Dietary Guidelines

Fruit: 1 cup (1 cup is equivalent to: 1 cup of fresh/frozen/canned fruits, 1 cup fruit juices, ½ cup dried fruits)(Healthy options include: apples, pears, mangoes, grapes, cherries, raspberries, blueberries, strawberries, pomegranates)

Vegetables: 1.5 cups (½ cup is equivalent to: ½ cup of raw/cooked/frozen/canned veggies, ½ cup vegetable juice, 1 cup of leafy greens)(Vary your choices to include: dark green veggies, orange veggies, starchy veggies, dry beans and peas)

Grains: 4 ounces (1 ounce is equivalent to: 1 cup of cereal flakes, 1 slice bread, 1 small muffin, ½ cup cooked rice, 1 ounce dry pasta)(Choose whole grains whenever possible)
Meats and Beans: 3 ounces (1 ounce is equivalent to: 1 ounce lean meat/poultry/fish, 1 egg, ¼ cup cooked beans, 1 tablespoon peanut butter, ½ ounce nuts/seeds (almonds, walnuts, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds))

Milk: 2 cups (1 cup is equivalent to: 1 cup milk/yogurt/soy milk, 1½ ounces of cheese)(Choose low-fat or non-fat options whenever possible)

Oils: 4 teaspoons (1 teaspoon is equivalent to: 1 teaspoon butter, 1 teaspoon vegetable oil (olive oil is preferred), 1 teaspoon low- fat mayo, 2 teaspoons light salad dressing)

Menu #1
Breakfast (8am – 9am)
½ cup oatmeal
1 cup yogurt
black coffee or herbal tea
Lunch (11am – 1pm)
1 slice whole wheat bread (cut in half)
2 ounces tuna (in water only)
Tomato, cucumber, lettuce (equivalent to ¾ cup total)
1 teaspoon mayo + 1 teaspoon olive oil
Snack (3pm – 4pm)
1 cup of fresh fruit or 1 piece of fruit (apple, pear, plum, peach, etc)
Dinner (5pm – 7pm)
1 corn tortilla
½ cup black beans
½ cup salsa
1 ½ ounces cheese
½ cup shredded lettuce
½ cup cooked rice

Menu #2
Breakfast (8am – 9am)
Smoothie (blend together 1 cup berries + 1 cup soymilk and ice cubes)
1 slice of toast
1 teaspoon of butter
Lunch (11am – 1pm)
1 cup cooked grain (such as white rice, brown rice, wild rice, quinoa, millet, etc)
¾ cup vegetables (such as steamed broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, etc)
2 ounces of lean meat (roughly the size of ½ deck of playing cards)
Snack (3pm – 4pm)
1 egg or ½ ounce of nuts/seeds
Dinner (5pm – 7pm)
1½ cups of leafy greens (salad mix or steamed kale)
2 teaspoons light dressing
1½ ounces of cheese

Menu #3
Breakfast (8am – 9am)
1 cup high fiber cereal
½ cup milk/soy milk
1 banana
Lunch (11am – 1pm)
1 cup pasta
½ cup vegetables or ½ cup pasta sauce
2 teaspoons of olive oil
2 ounces of lean meat
Snack (3pm – 4pm)
1 cup raw carrot sticks/celery/green peppers
Dinner (5pm – 7pm)
6 crackers
1 cup low-fat cottage-cheese
½ ounce mixed nuts

TEN HELPFUL HINTS FOR DIETING SUCCESS:

1. Plan out your weekly meals in advance.
2. Drink 8 or more glasses of water per day. And drink at least one glass of water before every meal to help decrease appetite.
3. Avoid temptations! Clear out your fridge and pantry of all food items that can derail your diet plan.
4. Eat slowly; chew each bite thoroughly and put your fork down between bites. It takes approximately 20 minutes for your brain to recognize that you're full.
5. Cook for yourself at home and resist the urge of eating out.
6. Try new foods whenever possible; it allows opportunity to bring variety to an otherwise restricted diet.
7. Add spices or chiles to your food for a flavor boost that can help you feel satisfied.
8. Brush your teeth after each meal so you won’t be tempted to snack.
9. Sleep 8 hours per night. Research shows that lack of sleep can stimulate appetite and lead to overeating.
10. Keep your eye on the ultimate goal!
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    

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16 Lbs Within 14 days?

What Is It?

The 2 Week Diet was created by weight loss expert Brian Flatt. It is a new weight loss program that promises to help you lose weight faster than anything you’ve tried before.

The program claims to work by utilizing fast and safe fat burning methods to assist users in getting significant weight loss results in 2 weeks. It specifically claims that it can help you lose up to 16 pounds of body fat within 14 days of going on the diet.


My thoughts on this: Losing 16 pounds in 2 weeks may seem like an extreme goal when it comes to weight loss. And for some people, it may not be a recommended approach.

But the fact is extremely fast weight loss can be achieved safely if the plan you are following is designed with the right principles. Also, if you have a lot of fat to lose, an extreme diet plan may just right for you. The only time you may really want to worry about consequences of fast weight loss is when you are already lean and using no strategy maintain muscle and keep the metabolism running.

The 2 Week Diet incorporates special protocols to promote fast weight loss and minimize the side effects that could occur from the extreme approach. So although the diet is promising radical weight loss, it is designed with some solid strategies to make the process safe and healthy for the users.

Is Bryan Flatt’s 2 Week Diet A Scam?

The 2 Week Diet system author, Brian Flatt, is a known name in the weight loss industry. Brian Flatt is the author of some other popular weight loss programs that have received lots of positive feedback. While there are some people who disapprove of the extreme methods used in Brian’s weight loss programs, there are a large number of users of the programs who are happy with the results they got.

Remember, a weight loss diet does not have to be more complicated than it is. Any diet that has a calorie deficit will make weight loss happen. Therefore, you can take any diet and customize it to suit you and you’ll lose weight once you keep the calorie deficit.

Pros

• The program is easy to learn and understand. Following the instructions can be done by anyone easily.
• It gives you a step by step plan to follow. So you don’t have to waste your own time researching and putting pieces together.
• Includes special protocols to optimize the weight loss process and help you avoid negative consequences of fast weight loss.
• The 2 Week Diet has a rising popularity rating which is a good indication of users positive feedback on the program.
• Digital product: You can begin within minutes of making the decision to buy.
• A 60-day Money-Back Guarantee covers you if you decide during that period that the program is not working for you.

Cons

• The sales page contains hype like “fastest diet you’ll ever use” to market and promote the product. Though this does not heavily affect the legitimacy of the product, some people may see this as too much hype.
• A digital program like this would be complemented well if it had videos included.

Conclusion

To have a program that is designed to help you lose a lot of weight in 2 weeks and works with special methods that are designed to make the process safe, the 2 Week Diet is recommended to anyone who is interested in losing some pounds quickly. But you can buy and try it while being protected with CB’s refund policy.  There is a 60-day money back guarantee that comes with each purchase.
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