Recently I have been talking a lot about Aphrodisiacs and their purpose. I need to be honest with you, if your girl doesn’t want any, throwing a strawberry at her isn’t going to put her in the mood. You have to connect with her, women like to feel appreciated and loved. But if you are going to cook a little something here is some of the history for your reading pleasure.
Where does the name come from?: Aphrodite, of course! She is the Greek goddess of love
What is a aphrodisiac food?: According to Cambridge World History , Aphrodisiacs were first sought out as a remedy for sexual anxieties. Anxieties included fears of being inadequate and low fertility. The History behind these food focuses around inherent fertility powers (such as eggs and seed) or foods that resemble genitalia.
TOP 10 (or 11) MOST NOTED APHRODISIACS: (alphabetical)
Asparagus
Because it’s phallic shape, asparagus is thought to be an aphrodisiac food. The Vegetarian Society suggests “eating asparagus for three days for the most powerful affect”.
Avocado
The Aztecs called the avocado tree “Ahuacuatl” which translated means “testicle tree”. The ancients thought the fruit hanging in pairs on the tree resembled the male’s testicles.
Bananas
The phallic shape of the banana is why it is considered aphrodisiac food. They are also rich in potassium and B vitamins, necessities for sex hormone production.
Chocolate
The Aztecs referred to chocolate “nourishment of the Gods”. Chocola te contains chemicals thought to effect neurotransmitters in the brain and a related substance to caffeine called theobromine.
Carrots
High in vitamins and beta-carotene, carrots are believed to be a stimulant to the male. The phallus shaped carrot has been associated with stimulation since ancient times and was used by early Middle Eastern royalty to aid seduction.
Coffee
Caffeine is a well-know stimulant but too much and it becomes a depressant. Coffee stimulates both the body and the mind so partake of a little in preparation for an “all-nighter”.
Ginger
Ginger root raw, cooked or crystallized is a stimulant to the circulatory system.
Oysters
Oysters were documented as a aphrodisiac food by the Romans in the second century A.D but 
an additional hypotheses is that the oyster resembles the “female” genitals. In reality oysters are a very nutritious and high in protein.
Pineapple
Rich in vitamin C and is used in the homeopathic treatment for impotence.
Raspberries and Strawberries
Perfect foods for hand feeding your lover. “Both invite love and are described in erotic literature as fruit nipples” Both are high in vitamin C and make a sweet light dessert.
Wine
A glass or two of wine can greatly enhance a romantic interlude. Wine relaxes and helps to stimulate our senses. Drinking wine can be an erotic experience by caressing the glass and savoring the taste on your lips. Only drink in small amounts, too much can have the reverse effect.
September 6, 2009 at 6:56 pm
What great food tips and suggestions for a night alone with the boyfriend. I had no idea about so many of these! Thanks for the post.
September 28, 2009 at 11:47 am
Oysters! Ugh
I know they are meant to have those ‘special’ qualities but I would rather go without that eat one of those.
October 18, 2009 at 9:06 am
The phallic shape of food does nothing for me and I would not ascribe aphrodisiac qualities to any of these in your list. Wine may be an exception on your list but I have no personal experience in which wine by itself increased romance. But it is a good catalyst .
There are two things to consider about aphrodisiacs and mating. The first is developing the idea in your potential mate’s head that you would be a person that he/she would enjoy sexually. There are a combination of factors that go into that “I am attracted to him/her” mating algorithm. No time now to discuss this.
The second component is increasing the desire to mate…tonight. Or perhaps even right now. This is where food can make or break a romantic evening. And as you might guess, men with their “instant on” desires can be kindled into a roaring blaze of passion and in which women can be kindled to dominate or surrender as they see fit.
Foods do have an impact on men and women and perhaps one should seek aphrodisiacs based upon the progress of the relationship.
I know this all sounds sort of clinical and I apologize for that. I am saying that foods that help a person fall in love with you are different than foods that put them in the mood to have nookie with you. I don’t know of any ‘food’ that does both.
(Alcohol surely is the number one approach to nookie without love though.)
October 18, 2009 at 9:28 pm
I neglected to mention the power of honey. Nitric oxide content relaxes blood vessel walls in both men and women… in all the right places.
March 26, 2010 at 9:09 pm
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September 7, 2011 at 1:30 am
Chocolate and Wine. That does it for me. It’s the instant pleasure that you get from the taste of the chocolate and the aroma and flavor of the wine. Desert in general can be really sexy- feeding it to one another would be a good way to enjoy and enhance the mood. You have to have all the right elements to excite those taste buds and feelings. The more I’ve learned to visualize through meditation has helped me use all of my senses to enjoy more than I ever have.
September 7, 2011 at 9:50 pm
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September 8, 2011 at 6:53 pm
I apologise, but, in my opinion, you are not right. Let’s discuss it.
September 8, 2011 at 7:36 pm
Certainly, what am I not correct about?
September 22, 2011 at 3:06 pm
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