Aphrodisiacs
Your Sex Life
Aphrodisiacs
by Dr. Ava Cadell
Throughout the ages, men and women have eagerly swallowed almost any substance that was called an aphrodisiac, no matter how unappetizing or bizarre. In our never-ending search for better sex, humans have consumed such diverse items as oysters, eels, elephant tusks, lion blood, bull testicles, rhino horn, ram penis, pig genitals, marijuana, and the dried remains of the Mediterranean cantharis beetle, otherwise known as “Spanish Fly.”
The sea is a rich source of legendary aphrodisiacs. Oysters, shrimp, clams, anchovies, and eels have been reputed since ancient times to increase sexual desire. Actually, the word Aphrodisiac came from Aphrodite the Greek goddess of love and desire, who herself was a gift from the sea.
Many roots, vegetables, and fruits became known as aphrodisiacs simply because their shapes were designed by nature as a clue to their use. And the ancients were always on the look out for such secret signs. So, based on shape alone, they chose to eat asparagus, bananas, carrots, celery, cucumbers, dates, figs, and tomatoes among others in the hope that they would arouse passion and bestow vigor.
Eating the genitals of animals noted for their potency, such as bulls and rams, is another historical practice meant to ensure virility.
Are these substances of mythology really aphrodisiacs? As it turns out, some of them do work as sex boosters. For example, oysters are a prime source of zinc, one of the essential minerals for men. Semen is rich in zinc, and adequate zinc is needed for sperm production and hormone metabolism. Oysters also release testosterone in women.
Phallic Foods Designed By Nature
| Male: |
Female: |
| Banana |
Fig |
| Carrot |
Peach |
| Turnip |
Pear |
| Cucumber |
Kiwi |
| Celery |
Mango |
| Asparagus |
Passion Fruit |
| Licorice |
Pomegranate |
| Zucchini |
Pear |
| Vanilla Bean |
Oysters |
| Leek |
Clams |
| Eel |
Mussels |
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