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Health Effects of Aphrodisiacs

Thursday, October 15, 2009
Related Tags: aphrodisiacs | herbs | substances | oysters | foods
 

Instructions

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    Chocolate has long been thought to be an aphrodisiac

False Aphrodisiacs

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    According to Discovery Health, there is no evidence that any foods or other substances have true aphrodisiac effects. Substances viewed as enhancing sexual desire and performance are likely a result of human imagination and the power of suggestion.

Spanish Fly

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    For many years, Spanish fly has been sold as a sexual enhancer. It is, however, a toxic substance made from a beetle found in Europe and is extremely dangerous due to its ability to inflame the urethra and can cause serious kidney damage, illness and even death.

Foods

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    Some foods, such as oysters and chocolate, may be capable of enhancing sexual desire and function over time, according to an August 2009 article published in "Women's Day." Oysters, for example, contain large amounts of zinc, which boost the production of testosterone.

Herbs

  • Step 1:
    According to the book, "Nature's Aphrodisiacs," by Nancy L. Nickell, some herbs, such as ginseng, contain substances that may increase libido and sexual response.

Considerations

  • Step 1:
    Many foods and herbs serve as aphrodisiacs due to their ability to enhance health in general.

Resources


Health Effects of Aphrodisiacs Provided by eHow.com
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