Can Green Foods Make You Horny?

It is a well-known fact that many people believe that there are foods you can eat that act as an aphrodisiac. It is widely believed that the components of foods and added seasonings and spices can all contribute to the way a food makes you feel. However, the question is, can green foods make you horny?

Aphrodisiacs are things that enhance sexual pleasure or desire. Many health experts say that the concept of a food enhancing sexual desire is one that is unproven. Commonly known foods that act as aphrodisiacs include almonds, oysters, figs, garlic, chocolate, lobster and coffee.

There are many health professionals and organizations that dispute the effects of aphrodisiacs saying they don't in fact work and is simply based on myth. In fact, according to the Food & Drug Administration, the effects of aphrodisiacs are based strictly on hearsay and folklore and there is no evidence to support they actually work.

However, for at least 5,000 years, couples have used foods, herbs, alcohol and more to treat sexual dysfunction or enhance their sexual experience and most swear by their methods. Herbs and spices added to dishes including some of the foods touted as aphrodisiacs have been reported to help those having problems with sexual dysfunction as well as those simply having a difficult time 'getting in the mood.' There are a number of different foods, however, here is a list of green foods that could work to enhance your next sexual experience.

Asparagus: According to the Vegetarian Society, eat this vegetable for three days to get the full benefit for your next sexual experience.

Arugula: The seed of this leafy plant has been known as an aphrodisiac for centuries. Arugula is found in salads and pasta.

Cilantro: The seed of the Cilantro plant has been known for more than 1000 years as an aphrodisiac. It is also an appetite stimulant.

According to Steve Petusevsky, Director of Creative Food Development for Whole Foods, sexual arousal begins in your mind and that it all begins with how we feel about ourselves. However, he does admit that certain foods can act as aphrodisiacs, including the ones listed above. "Lore states that in order for a vegetable or ingredient to be an aphrodisiac, it is normally shaped like a sexual organ," he said in a statement." From the days of Don Juan, even before Cleopatra - 'aphrodisiacs' are named for Aphrodite. There have always been certain potions and ingredients used to enhance our love lives."

Most experts recommend, however, that you see a medical professional if you are having problems with sexual dysfunction. There are situations in which an aphrodisiac simply won't work, so to avoid disappointment, see your physician for problems relating to sexual dysfunction.

Source list:
http://www.gourmetsleuth.com/aphrodis_foods.htm
www.fda.gov
Steve Petusevsky, Director of Creative Food Development for Whole Foods
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