Bel Marra Health Reports on Recent Research Revealing Oysters Aphrodisiac Properties
Toronto, ON (PRWEB) August 07, 2013 -- Bel Marra Health, who offers high-quality, specially formulated vitamins and nutritional supplements, reports on a recent study proving that oysters are in fact a natural aphrodisiac.
As Bel Marra Health reports in its article, (http://www.belmarrahealth.com/general-health-2/pump-up-your-sex-life-with-this-natural-scientifically-proven-aphrodisiac/) for those looking to enhance sexual health, eating raw oysters may give the boost that they have been looking for. It has long been thought that raw oysters hold some type of aphrodisiac quality and research conducted in 2005 by American and Italian researchers found that raw oysters are actually true aphrodisiacs. Adding them to one’s diet may not be a bad idea for those looking to perk up their libido.
The researchers analyzed bivalve molluscs, a group of raw shellfish that includes oysters as well as mussels and clams that were purchased from fish markets near their laboratory in Naples. A process known as high-performance liquid chromatography was used to identify the type and quantity of amino acids that were present in the shellfish. Two particular amino acids were found: D-aspartic acid and N-methyl-D-aspartate. These two amino acids are found in higher levels during the spring time, when shellfish are breeding. Previous experiments have shown that these two amino acids trigger a chain reaction, resulting in the release of testosterone in males and progesterone in female rats when they are injected. The researchers believe that the same will hold true in the human population. Because this group of shellfish has an abundant source of these two amino acids, they will trigger a release of sex hormones, thereby enhancing sexual health. The researchers stress that in order to experience the sexual health benefits of oysters, they must be eaten raw since cooking the oysters reduces the amount of the amino acids that are responsible for improved sexual health.
While the research in 2005 found that the amino acids present in raw oysters can lead to improved sexual health, others claim that it is the high zinc content found in raw oysters that is responsible for an improved libido. Zinc is a vital mineral for sexual health in men and severe zinc deficiencies can even lead to impotence.
While the thought of consuming raw oysters to improve sexual health may seem appealing, it is important to be very cautious for those who suffer from certain medical conditions. According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), individuals suffering from diabetes, liver disease, hemochromatosis, cancer, stomach disorders or any condition that weakens the immune system are at an increased risk of serious illness if they eat oysters that are contaminated with V.vulnificus. Symptoms of infection with this bacterium can show up within 24-48 hours after consumption and can include: fever, chills, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, shock, and skin lesions. There is a 50 percent mortality rate from infection with V.vulnificus in people suffering from the above mentioned diseases. It is therefore important that if you are in a high risk category, you consider alternatives to raw oysters. However, for those who do not have the above mentioned health diseases or disorders, there isn’t a significant risk of severe infection.
While raw oysters may not look appealing and may not have an appealing texture, it is a common belief amongst individuals that they do in fact enhance sexual health. Whether it is D-aspartic acid, N-methyl-D-aspartate, or zinc, a combination of these substances and a mere suggestion of an improved sex life will likely have a slight improvement in libido when consuming raw oysters. To make the next meal with a loved one more romantic (which may help to further enhance the mood), consider eating by candlelight and sipping on some champagne for optimal sexual health.
(Source: Lusher, Adam. "Raw Oysters Really Are Aphrodisiacs Say Scientists (and Now Is the Time to Eat Them)." The Telegraph. N.p., 30 Mar. 2005.)
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Jim Chiang, Belmarra Nutritionals, Inc, http://www.belmarrahealth.com/, 866-531-0466, [email protected]
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