Posted by Healthy Bitch Daily on Feb 6, 2013
Man (and woman) kind has always been interested in scents, sights and tastes that will get your--ahem--juices flowing.
From Egyptian pharaohs to ancient Greeks, it seems we were always in search of love potions. In fact, the word aphrodisiac comes from the Greek goddess of love, Aphrodite.
The following is a list of some of the foods that reportedly act as aphrodisiacs (i.e., your panties will be wet). While there isn’t much hard research to back up these claims, there is plenty of anecdotal evidence, so give them a try when you're ready for a romp, and you be the judge.
Asparagus. First revered as an aphrodisiac in a 15th-century Arabic sex manual titled, “The Perfumed Garden,” this long rod of a vegetable is said to resemble the male sex organ (rawrrr). Visuals aside, it does contain some vitamin E, which helps lift the libido.
Avocados. Adored by the Aztecs, their word for this creamy fruit, "ahuacatl," directly translates to "testicles," because that’s what they thought it resembled growing in pairs on the tree. They revered it as an aphrodisiac, and they might be right, as the high vitamin E content helps your body produce hormones like testosterone, estrogen and progesterone, keeping your sexual interest and stamina up. Guacamole, anyone?
Almonds. Another food high in vitamin E, almonds have been revered as a symbol of fertility throughout the ages, and some believe that the sweet smell arouses passion in women. Whip out the almond body oil!
Banana. Another food given love potion status because of what it resembles, bananas are packed with potassium and B vitamins which are both needed to
produce sex hormones. The enzyme bromelain is especially libido enhancing for men.
Chiles. Chiles get your blood pumping, increasing circulation and stimulating nerve endings so that you feel more turned on. Yowza.
Chocolate. Ahh...chocolate. Who even needs a man if you have chocolate (and a vibrator)? The chemicals in cacao help boost serotonin, the hormone that makes you happy, and it also releases phenylethylamine, the same chemical that’s released when you fall in love. While researchers think you’d have to eat copious amounts to get any sort of physiological aphrodisiac effect, it could be that love and chocolate are so intertwined in our minds that it's more the psychological effect that turns us on.
Figs. Lusciously sweet and juicy, figs get their aphrodisiac status for resembling the female sex organs. Considering the fact that they are said to be the favorite fruit of one of the most well-known seductresses, Cleopatra, perhaps there's some truth to it?
Honey. This sweet and sticky nectar is filled with B vitamins, needed for testosterone production, and boron, which help the body use and metabolize
estrogen. Lore has it that the term “honeymoon” comes from an old tradition in which newlyweds drank a honey drink for 30 days after marriage, to help them get "acquainted" in the bedroom and therefore set the foundation for a healthy marriage.
Maca. This Peruvian root doesn’t have any effect on hormones, but studies show it does seem to improve sexual function and increase sperm count in men. Beware of preggers.
So there you have it: nine foods to help turn the heat on in the bedroom this Valentine’s Day.
Comment below to let us know which ones worked for you!
Maria Guadagno, Certified Health Coach
Maria is the founder of The Bombshell Blueprint, a 6-month, one-on-one coaching program designed specifically for women to help them achieve ultimate wellness and beauty. Clients receive a personally tailored diet and manageable steps to help them lose weight, get glowing skin, and improve their overall health, for good! Maria is trained in raw and natural food preparation from the Natural Gourmet Institute, and in holistic nutrition from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition. So, she loves to explain why you are what you eat. Find her on: Facebook: The Bombshell Blueprint, Twitter: @MariaGuadagno, Blog: www.thebombshelldiet.com
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