Aphrodisiacs – The Real & Fake Aphrodisiac Foods

Aphrodisiacs are sexual stimulants in form of food or drugs. While many people claim that certain foods are aphrodisiacs, those claims are oftentimes not backed by science. This quick article will expose the facts and myths of aphrodisiacs in order to improve your sex life in a natural and healthy way.

How many times have you heard someone say that chocolate and chilies are aphrodisiacs?

In Brazil, there is an old soap opera where the main character claimed that their chilly flavored chocolate increased passion between two people. In the story, the women would buy tons claiming that the chocolate had brought the long-lost passion back to their marriage.

Unfortunately, science does not back that statement up. Here is a list of the most well-known mythical aphrodisiacs you should know about.

Fake Aphrodisiacs

• Chocolate

• Hot Chilies

• Honey

• Alcohol

• Oysters

While these substances are highly advertised as libido stimulants, scientific studies do not support these statements and therefore you should try other things first when it comes to increasing arousal. Here is a list of science-backed aphrodisiacs you can trust to work for you.

Real Aphrodisiacs

• Maca

• Tribulus Terrestris

• Gingko Biloba

• Red Ginseng

• Fenugreek

• Pistachio

• Saffron

When trying these foods and herbs, make sure to consult with a doctor beforehand, as they may interact with certain medications. Besides that, they are natural substances that are overall safe for human consumption with fewer side effects compared to the use of stimulant drugs. They are often also more effective than pharmaceutical drugs. Be sure to experiment with each and see what dosage works best for you. We hope this quick article has helped you!

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Written by Aska Barros