Chocolate
This sensual sweet does more than just make your tongue happy; it also contains a compound called phenylethylamine,
which is linked to the release of endorphins, those natural feel-good
chemicals that flood our bodies after a workout. Interestingly, though,
research from the University of Guelph, which examined hundreds of
studies on potential aphrodisiacs, found that even though people believe
their sexual desire increases after eating chocolate, it's not linked
in any way to sexual arousal or satisfaction
.
In other words, chocolate's sexy powers are likely all in the head,
where it triggers serotonin and endorphins. But hey, that works too!
When you're jonesing for a fix, enjoy a portion-controlled amount (half
an ounce) with some hot tea.
Coffee
OK,
coffee breath may not be that alluring, but java does possess some sexy
properties. A study from Southwestern University found that the female
sex drive perks up after a little joe, which stimulates the part of the
brain that regulates arousal. One caveat: Because getting back to a
healthy sleep pattern is so important for your overall health, be sure
to pay attention to your afternoon cutoff time
. For many people, restricting caffeine after 2 p.m. is a good general rule.
Eggs
These
are a reliable source of L-arginine, an amino acid that's been shown to
be effective in treating erectile dysfunction. And they're not just for
breakfast. Try an easy frittata recipe for dinner some night.
Peaches
The
creamy texture, beautiful color, and summery smell are definitely
attractive, but these are just bonuses: It turns out that peaches' high
vitamin C count makes them something of a fertility drug for your guy.
Higher consumption results in better sperm counts and less sperm
clumping (without going into details, that's a positive thing). Frozen
slices are actually a little higher in vitamin C than the fresh ones, so
stash some in the icebox and toss them into a smoothie for you—and your
man
Saffron
A
gorgeous, bright-yellow spice, saffron comes from the crocus flower and
has a mild, delicate flavor that's popular in Spanish and other
Mediterranean dishes. Researchers have found that saffron lives up to
its reputation of improving sexual performance (worth its expense at
about $11 per gram). The best way to bring out its flavor is to soak the
threads in hot (but not boiling) water or broth for 15 minutes and add
the "tea" to your recipe. It's superb in any grain dish—Spanish seafood paella is a classic one—as well as in soups and stews.
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