Find out what foods rev up your loved one’s engine! The list was culled from www.foodpaper.com, and www.rd.com, and www.searchwarp.com
ASPARAGUS. In 19th-century France, bridegrooms were served three courses of asparagus at their prenuptial dinner. Asparagus is rich in potassium, vitamin B6, vitamins A and C, and thiamin and folic acid.
ALMONDS. The aroma of almonds supposedly arouses passion in females. Almonds provide high doses of vitamin E, and magnesium.
AVOCADO. The fruit is especially good for pregnant women due to its high content of folic acid, as well as vitamin B6 and potassium.
BANANAS. This shapely fruit is loaded with potassium, magnesium, B vitamins, chelating minerals and the bromelain enzyme, said to enhance the male libido.
BASIL. Basil has a warming effect on the body and promotes circulation. In some parts of Italy, basil is a love token.
CHOCOLATE. Why does eating chocolate make us so happy? The “food of the gods” contains theobromine, a stimulating alkaloid similar to caffeine. Chocolate also helps the brain produce feel-good serotonin.
EGGS. The egg is one of the most ancient fertility symbols. Eggs are high in B6 and B5, which help you balance hormone levels and fight stress.
FIGS. To the ancient Greeks, figs were “more precious than gold” and many cultures associated figs with fertility. Figs are rich in vitamin B6, potassium and calcium.
HONEY. Honey is a good source of boron, a trace mineral that helps the body use estrogen. In addition, honey contains B vitamins needed for testosterone as well as other nutrients, enzymes and phytochemicals.
OYSTERS. Raw oysters are very high in zinc, which raises testosterone production, thus increasing libido.
(from Sun.Star Cebu)
