Why Every Woman Should Eat Strawberries for Better Sexual Health

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Did you know that strawberry is a great food choice for women’s sexual health? Let’s take a closer look at the strawberry benefits for female sexual health and explore how this crimson fruit can be a game-changer for any woman who loves berries.

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The benefits of strawberries to female sexual health

As far as sweet treats go, healthy strawberries are a great choice because they’re low in calories and low on the glycemic index, which means they won’t cause a blood sugar crash. Yet they’re deliciously sweet and packed with nutrients women need.

Nutrients for better sex

The nutrients of strawberries, including manganese, folate and vitamins K and C will help your sex hormones stay balanced. And as one of the benefits of these nutrients and vitamins in strawberries, they should help diminish the symptoms of PMS – what a relief!

Fertility food

But strawberries benefit women’s sexual health in other ways. And they can be extremely beneficial to women trying to conceive. That’s because the folic acid in a single serving of low-calorie strawberries provides about 6% of the DV for folate. (If you’re trying to get pregnant, take note that not just strawberries but all berries can help boost fertility.

A potential libido lifter

Strawberries are also incredibly rich in vitamin C. A serving of strawberries actually has more vitamin C than an orange. Although the research is somewhat controversial, there is evidence that vitamin C can help improve blood flow and increase sex drive. (Note that there are studies that both support the notion that vitamin C can improve sex drive and as well as medical reviews that denounce it.) Knowing that it could work for you, it can’t hurt to enjoy more strawberries!

One additional benefit for keeping your heart pumping, the seeds of strawberries contain zinc. And zinc is recognized for improving blood flow. Other nutrients beneficial to sex in strawberries include potassium and vitamins B6 and vitamin E. These nutrients are linked with sexual desire and sexual performance including the ability to achieve orgasm.

A sex-boosting summary

In summary, potential strawberry benefits to a woman’s sex life include:

May increase sexual desire
May improve sexual performance
May reduce symptoms of PMS
May increase fertility

That’s not bad for a delicious, summer fruit!

Additional health benefits for women and some for men, too

If you’re still wondering “why are strawberries good for you?” there is so much more about the benefits of strawberries to be discovered!

Strawberries, (along with raspberries and blackberries) are high in a polyphenol called ellagic acid. This naturally occurring compound shows potential in clinical studies to stop the destruction caused by cancer cells.

This is also potentially a strawberry benefit for men. (Keep in mind that this, like the early breast cancer research mentioned above, is only a preliminary indication and more research is required to fully understand ellagic acid’s potential in diminishing the effects of cancer.)

Skin benefits

Ellagic acid also offers strawberry benefits for the skin. This polyphenol is believed to help protect the skin against UV damage, boosting your chances of maintaining a youthful appearance. To learn more about ellagic acid, visit the National Center for Biotechnology Information website.

Additionally, the vitamin C in strawberries is known for helping prevent the onset of wrinkles.

Some proponents of strawberries for both women’s and men’s skin health recommend using fresh strawberries for a face mask. But the research is still fairly inconclusive on how well using strawberries on skin will work toward improving skin health.

Weight loss

Because strawberries are high in fiber and low in calories, they are often recommended in weight loss strategies. Although they contain few calories, the fiber in strawberries can help keep you feeling full longer. One serving of strawberries, about 8 berries, has less than 50 calories and about 12% of your daily fiber intake.

That fiber will also help banish bloating and work toward making you feel the sexiest. The same goes for blueberries, another of our favorite aphrodisiac ingredients.

An additional benefit of strawberries for losing weight, they are low in sugar. Although they taste deliciously sweet, strawberries are lower in sugar than most popular fruits, like bananas and oranges.

Heart health

A remarkable benefit of strawberry nutrition, the berries are good for heart health. In 2013, a study led by researchers from Harvard’s School of Public Health discovered that three or more servings of strawberries and blueberries per week may lower a woman’s risk of heart failure by improving blood flow.

And believe it or not, this bit of good news compounds what strawberries do for you sexually. That support for your heart is good for women’s sexual health, too. This is because good blood flow is essential for achieving sexual arousal, something many women struggle with as they age.

Breast cancer prevention

If that’s not enough to make you say strawberries are good for you, some health proponents of strawberries report a potential link between strawberries and breast cancer prevention. But keep in mind that this research is limited and you should consult a physician before using strawberries for cancer treatment or in treating sexual dysfunction.

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Edited by Delahna Flagg: This article was reviewed and additional research provided by Center for Mind-Body Medicine certified practitioner and Eat Something Sexy Nutrition Director Delahna Flagg.

Disclaimer: Please note that the information provided in this article is intended for informational purposes only and not to replace medical care. It is important to consult your physician before making dietary changes. More information

This article was written in 2015 and most recently updated in March 2023.

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Amy Reiley

Eat Something Sexy's Creator & Editor-in-Chief Amy Reiley is the award-winning author of five aphrodisiac cookbooks. She has her Master of Arts in Gastronomy, awarded by Le Cordon Bleu and The University of Adelaide. She is also a Certified Nutrition Coach awarded by the International Sports Sciences Association and she is a California Certified Massage Therapist.

Amy is considered a leading authority on aphrodisiacs. Her work in aphrodisiacs is quoted in publications including National Geographic, The New York Times, Epicurious, Wine Enthusiast, Health and Playboy magazines. She speaks internationally on aphrodisiac foods and has brought her knowledge of aphrodisiac history and science to national television shows including The Today Show and CBS Early Show. She is a frequent guest on relationship and lifestyle radio and podcast shows and has been interviewed by BBC and NPR radio, Cosmopolitan radio and popular podcasts including My Dad Wrote a Porno.

Amy is also a freelance food, wine and health researcher and writer as well as a wine competition judge. Her work has appeared in publications ranging from Variety to The Daily Meal. She is an MSN content provider. And she is also a former wine editor for Gayot.com and wine & spirits editor of Las Vegas magazine.

Fun fact: Amy was the creator of the first ever comprehensive food and wine apps, Amy Reiley's Pocket Gourmet and Amy Reiley's Pocket Vineyard for Palm.