Eat for Desire: A Mediterranean-Style Plan to Boost Libido and Health

A Times nutrition expert links libido to overall health and recommends a Mediterranean-style diet rich in omega-3s, plant proteins, nuts, seeds, fruits and vegetables, and healthy fats like avocado and olive oil to improve hormones and blood flow; it also advises limiting refined carbs and red meat, highlights zinc and B vitamins, and notes midlife and menopausal considerations for women while stressing that consistency matters more than any single meal.