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To celebrate National Pecan Day (April 14), we’re talking about nuts– and not just the kind that are salted or unsalted! Some believe that certain foods, including five varieties of nuts, can actually improve your sex life. As Health.com reports, when it comes to almonds, for example, they “contain zinc, selenium, and vitamin E, which are vitamins and minerals that seem to be important for sexual health and reproduction. Selenium can help with infertility issues and, with vitamin E, may help heart health. Zinc is a mineral that helps produce men’s sex hormones and can boost libido. Blood flow is important for your sex organs, so choosing good fats, such as the omega-3 fatty acids found in almonds, is a good idea.”

With that in mind, the list that follows is not your typical “oysters and red wine as aphrodisiacs” debriefing, but instead a practical guide to naturally adding a little lust in the bedroom, courtesy of some these shelled, roasted, and salted nuts. So next time you’re strolling the grocery store aisles on the hunt for good snacks, remember these guys may actually help you and your partner in the sack!

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1. PecansPecans have long been recommended as a food to eat to increase a woman’s libido. Because of their phytoestrogen contents, including healthy fats, they may just boost sex drive. They are also packed with protein and zinc which contribute to balancing hormones. Plus, pecans happen to be delicious when roasted, or in dessert.

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2. AlmondsFilled with Omega-3 fatty acids, almonds are not just good for your heart! The essential amino acid l-arginine helps circulate neurotransmitters in the brain. This means, when something feels good, you feel even more of it… which usually means you’ll want even more of it later, right?

3. PistachiosWhile we already know that pistachios can do wonders for lowering cholesterol, as a 2012 study showed that men who had a handful of pistachio nuts every day for three weeks had a higher sex drive. Conducted in Turkey, the study measured participants’ sexual desire, pleasure and satisfaction. Plus, don’t deny it: these green little morsels are so much fun to eat!

4. CashewsIn Jamaica cashew juice is sold on the street, known as an elixir for male enhancement. The magic of cashews includes a firmer erection for men and an increase in both sexual desire and pleasure during sex for both men and women. Everybody wins! Now, where can we buy cashews in bulk?

5. Brazil NutsBrazil nuts boast selenium, a vitamin that improves both sperm production and motility. If you’re hoping your action between the sheets will lead to a baby on the way, incorporating Brazil nuts in the future baby-daddy’s diet will better the health of his sperm, all the way down the the DNA! Brazil nuts are also the perfect thing to eat before or after a work out. They are all about nutrition, texture and flavor.