Eating for Sex

Although there isn’t concrete scientific evidence that foods act as aphrodisiacs, anecdotal evidence is peruasive. Here are some foods that may increase your appetite for sex:

Walnuts: These bite-sized powerhouses are full of omega-3 fatty acids and can improve your immune system while getting you in the mood for love.

Chocolate: Dark chocolate, in particular, is known to have properties that both relax and stimulate lovers, while also lowering blood pressure and reducing the risk of heart disease.

Seafood: Shellfish, like oysters, and oily fish, like salmon and tuna, contain calcium, vitamin B and phosphorous—all essential elements for a healthy sex drive.

Strawberries: These heart-shaped fruits contain vitamin C, folate and potassium, and are bite-sized so you can easily feed them to your lover.

Red Wine: The alcohol relaxes you while the antioxidants improve your heart health. Of course, don’t drink to excess—cap your serving at one to two glasses.

Asparagus: Yes, that phallic green vegetable is full of vitamin E, believed to increase the production of sex hormones in men and women.

A few more foods tomorrow...