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9 Foods To Get You In The Mood For Explosive Love

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9 Foods To Get You In The Mood For Explosive Love

Dinner can lead to so much more with the right foods.

Having a nice meal does more than excite the taste buds. Eating aphrodisiac foods have long been considered to boost the sex drive. So eating the right things on February 14th could be the difference between the night ending with disappointment or ending with a bang.

9 aphrodisiac foods to make Valentine’s Day truly memorable

1. Honey

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There is nothing much Science said about honey when it comes to being an aphrodisiac food.

However, in Ancient Greece, the renowned godfather of medicine Hippocrates would prescribe honey to boost one’s sex drive. Nowadays, people point to the presence of boron that regulates nitric oxide. And this chemical is thought to be the magic ingredient behind erections.

Three tablespoons can be enough to make a difference. Love never tasted so sweet!

2. Red Ginseng

A popular Asian aphrodisiac is Red Gensing. As well as being a versatile medicinal ingredient, it’s also believed to improve erectile dysfunction.

Earthy in flavour, you can easily start the day off right with a cup of ginseng tea in the afternoon. Plus, ginseng has been found to increase sexual arousal in ladies.

Ginseng is known as “man root” – appropriate for aphrodisiac foods, wouldn’t you say?

3. Chocolate

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There’s just something sensual about chocolate. The science behind these aphrodisiac foods is that it contains that increases our serotonin levels. These neurotransmitters are thought to contribute to feeling happy and feeling positive vibes.

Eating too much chocolate can leave you feeling bloated. However, dipping small fruits like strawberries and grapes can heighten passions, especially when being fed. Time to raise up the temperature.

4. Watermelon

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It’s not only a refreshing snack but also a libido-booster. Watermelon contains citrulline, an amino acid that helps to relax blood cells just like Viagra does.

Having a few pieces could go a long way to prepping your man to last the night.

5. Pistachio Nuts

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Sneak a few pistachio nuts into a snack box for your lover. These small but mighty nutritious nuts are healthy aphrodisiac foods to add the spark when the sun goes down. Not only does it reduce blood pressure and lower the risk of heart disease, but it also increases blood flow to the penis.

Let’s get nutty.

6. Maca

The “Peruvian Viagra” is one of the most potent aphrodisiac foods out there. The sweet root vegetable has been shown in studies to boost men’s libido and sex drive, helping them last longer in bed.

Add some maca powder to your favourite smoothies or coffee for a touch of sweetness. Don’t expect to sleep early on Valentine’s Day if you do have this.

7. Balut

This might not be top of your to-eat list for aphrodisiac foods, but the Filipino delicacy is believed to boost men’s sexual prowess. It’s basically a fertilised duck egg of a nearly developed itik duck embroyo. It’s boiled and eaten in the shell.

8. Saffron

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The delightfully colourful and aromatic spice is another Asian aphrodisiac that not only tastes good but leads to good times.

Studies showed men who included more saffron in their diet had enhanced erectile function. And women also enjoy higher sexual arousal and greater lubrication compared to ladies who don’t eat foods with saffron in it.

Just a spoonful of saffron can rock your world.

9. Fenugreek

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Get ready to dial your sex drive up to overdrive. This Asian seed is one of the most powerful aphrodisiac foods.

Men who were given fenugreek extract for six weeks said they experienced greater sexual arousal and an increase of orgasms compared to before. It’s believed the saponin compound boosts testosterone production, meaning they’re raring for action more than ever.

And the same effect was reported in women. In fact, ladies’ sex drive ramped up due to an increase of estrogen and other hormones associated with sexual arousal.

Typically, fenugreek seeds are used to make curries. If you dine in, then consider making a delicious curry yourself. Because there’ll be more than one reason why you’ll both be sweating afterwards.

This article was first published on Nonilo and republished on theAsianparent with permission.

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