Bananas

Bananas
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These aphrodisiac foods also contain bromelain, an enzyme which triggers testosterone production, and the fruit’s potassium and vitamin B elevate energy levels.

 

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Honey

Honey
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Honey is made through pollination and is a symbol of procreation. Birds and bees ring a bell? In fact, the word “honeymoon” originates from mead, an alcoholic beverage made from honey given to the happy new bride and groom. It also contains boron, which helps regulate estrogen and testosterone levels and provides a natural energy boost.

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Watermelon

Watermelon
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According to Science Daily, this “lycopene king” may have a Viagra-like effect on the body, as it relaxes blood vessels and improves circulation.

 

Pine nuts

Pine nuts
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High in energising zinc, which has been linked to a healthy sex drive, pine nuts are also considered aphrodisiacs because of the effort required to procure these oily gems from pine cones. Make a pesto with pine nuts, basil and olive oil.

 

Rocket

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According to gourmetsleuth.com, this peppery plant has been documented as a natural aphrodisiac food since the first century A.D. The minerals and antioxidants found in dark leafy greens like rocket have also been proven to block environmental contaminants that could negatively harm libido, says Dr Walt Larimore, a medical journalist, author and physician.

Olive oil

Olive oil
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Packed with antioxidants, olives and their oil have been used for centuries for health. The Greeks believed it was an aphrodisiac that made men more virile as well. Olive oil is a good source of monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats, which are critical for a healthy heart, blood flow, and hormone production.

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Figs

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Used by Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden, the fig paradoxically symbolises both sexuality (the ripe fruit with seeds representing fertility) and modesty (the fig leaf). They are full of potassium and are an antioxidant powerhouse.

 

Artichokes

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This veggie’s reputation as an aphrodisiac comes mostly from legend and the intimacy of eating it with another, pulling off the leaves to reach the centre. But it’s packed with vitamins and antioxidants, which are critical to proper body function and blood flow.

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Chai tea

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Skip the coffee and reach for a cup of chai tea. The typical spices in this brew have heart-healthy benefits but the caffeine effect is less, so you’ll still be able to drift off to sleep after sex.

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Pomegranates

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These bright gems enclosed in a thick rose husk are filled with antioxidants which support blood flow. One study by The Male Clinic in California found that pomegranate juice had a positive effect on erectile dysfunction.

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