August
2008
Do Aphrodisiacs Really Exist? From Celery to Ginseng, Aphrodisiacs Explained
We’ve all heard the myths about aphrodisiacs - how oysters will make us aroused, chocolate will make us want to….ahem. But are these foods for real, or is it all just in our heads? The ladies at AllWomensTalk.com sorted out the whole aphrodisiacs mystery for us - here’s their “Top 10 Aphrodisiacs to Awake a Sexual Animal in Him” - from the odd to the ones we’ve heard the old wives’ tales about:
10. Whipped Cream - Mmm the taste of smooth whipped cream…especially when you lick it off someone.
9. Chocolate - The taste of rich chocolate on our palette is purely tantilizing.
8. Oysters - Oysters don’t exactly look that tempting, but they’re full of zinc, which AllWomensTalk.com says may “help improve your lover’s sexual potency.” I know I’d like some of that!
7. Celery - Celery contains androsterone, a male hormone that has been known to make women aroused.
6. Peach - The smooth, supple skin of the peach makes it one of the most sexually appealing foods out there.
5. Bananas - Bananas combine a large amount of potassium and vitamin B, which are useful in the production of sex hormones. In particular, bananas contain bromelain which stirs up the male libido.
4. Shrimp - “This is basically for all the men out there who want to improve their staying power in bed,” says AllWomensTalk.com. Shrimp increases sperm count which can result in stronger orgasms.
3. Ginseng - Ginsenodise, found in Ginseng, increases a person’s energy level….sexual energy level!
2. Caviar - Caviar is traditionally known as a food for the wealthy, but spoil you and your lover for a romantic night by indulging in some caviar. It’s jam packed with energy-inducing minerals for you to really get your love going.
1. Red Wine - No need to get intoxicated - having just a small amount of red wine is enough to get you all hot and bothered. The #1 aphrodisiac on our list contains resveratrol, an antioxidant that increases estrogen production and…”Heightened sexual appetite.”
Mmmmmm.
