What do oysters, ginseng root, powdered rhinoceros horn, animal testicles and turtles’ eggs have in common? They are all considered aphrodisiac substances that arouse sexual desire or enhance sexual performance in various cultures. Unfortunately, there is no evidence that an actual aphrodisiac response occurs with these or any other substances. The logic behind aphrodisiacs is as simple as they look, and smell. Physical appearance coupled with olfactory stimuli has the potential to make certain foods stir up sexual feelings. Here are top six foods that will do the trick for you
Figs:
The brown-coloured fruit is visually appealing and was also one of the favourite fruits of Cleopatra. Historically too, the fig has relevance as an erotic fruit, with artists often depicting
fig leaves to cover genitals of nude figurines
Strawberries:
The luscious berry with its grainy texture was associated with fertility in ancient times because of the large number of seeds it contains. The strawberry was the symbol of Venus, goddess of love, due to its red heartlike shape.
Bananas:
Soft, creamy and around eight inches long. Now who wouldn’t consider that aphrodisiacal? But it also comes with high levels of potassium and vitamin B, which increase sex hormone production in our bodies.
Lychees:
Juicy and succulent, lychees have been considered a libido booster. Research also says that polysaccharides in the fruit protect female sex organs from tissue damage.
Oysters:
The Romans placed the oyster high on their list of prized aphrodisiacs, mainly because of its resemblance to the vagina. Casanova, the legend goes, would eat 50 raw oysters for breakfast.
Chocolate: It has long been known for its sexually invigorating properties. Scientists say that chocolate contains phenethylamine, among other chemical compounds, that arouses the same feelings as those experienced by people when they fall in love.
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