Aphrodisiac Foods

Need another reason to include healthy foods into your diet?

Here are some – Aphrodisiac Foods – see what they are and what they can do for you.  Get started immediately to spice up your kitchen and your sexual appetite.

The top foods:

Asparagus- ok just look at it, the phallic shape vegetable is also high in potassium, fiber, vitamin B6, vitamin A and C, thiamine and folic acid (this boosts histamine production necessary for men and women to reach orgasm).

Avocado- called the “testicle tree” by Aztecs; this fruit is high in folic acid, vitamin B6 and potassium.  It has a sensuous texture and is also high in monounsaturated fats (the good kind).

Almonds- these are a symbol of fertility and the aroma is believed to induce passion in women.  They are high in vitamin E, magnesium, fiber and monounsaturated fat.

Bananas- again, the phallic shape, but bananas are also high in potassium and B vitamins which are necessary for sex hormone production and are said to increase male libido.

Basil- the smell and taste of basil is said to stimulate sexual drive and boost fertility. It tastes great in so many healthy and delicious meals.

Chocolate- contains compounds that make you feel good and the “love chemical” PEA (phenylethylamine), which helps induce feelings of excitement, attraction, and euphoria.  It also contains tryptophan which relaxes you and promotes a sense of well being and antioxidants (goes nicely with red wine).

Figs- an open fig is said to emulate the female sex organs and thought of as a sexual stimulant. 

Garlic- to heat up sexual desires garlic is full of allicin, an ingredient that will increase blood flow, especially helpful for men.

Honey- the sweet and sticky values of honey are said to be cures for sterility and impotence.  It is high in boron, a trace mineral that helps the body use and metabolize estrogen and enhance testosterone which promotes sex drive and orgasm in men and women.  It also contains B vitamins, enzymes and phytochemicals.

Oysters- dating back to Roman times, oysters, which resemble female genitals, are thought to increase sexual drive help sperm production due to their high zinc.  They are also high in protein. 

For more information or to set up an appointment contact:

Carena Lowenthal, MS, RD, CDN

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