20 Best Aphrodisiac Foods

Definition: Oldest reference to aphrodisiac is found in Indian books. vajikarana, the Sanskrit word, defines as an aphrodisiac any substance that restores or increases sexual power and desire

Since the start of civilization thousands of years ago man has tried to find the food which not only increase the libido but also the sexual powers of the man. The more the ancient civilization more aphrodisiac foods it has. India is a very old civilization and it has given the world Ayurveda , which is arguably one of the best way to treat most diseases. In old times since there was always shortage of food, so the person suffering from chronic hunger would surely be suffering from decreased libido. So there are lots of foods which have been scientifically proved to be aphrodisiac. These food were used to treat not only libido problems but also keep the child producing population in good sexual health. These foods increased both male and female sexual potency.

Not all the foods were thought to be aphrodisiac. There were certain special foods which are thought to have these powers to give maximum power. Usually the foods which nature give as seeds or semen were considered as powerful food enough to keep you going sexually strong. These foods have not only been well documented in various old civilizations like India, Greece, Egypt, Middle East and Aztec civilization.

Though there are countless foods which qualify as aphrodisiac but here i am only going to list the ones which are easily available everywhere.

The top 20 Aphrodisiac food are listed alphabetically.

1. Almonds: Almond oil is supposed to be good for most of things including eye sight and memory. Almonds are supposed to increase the female fertility.

2. Aniseed: Aniseed is used in countless dishes and it is supposed to be very aphrodisiac. It was mainly used in European Civilizations (Roman and Greek). Sucking on seeds

Leads to increase in sexual desire.

3. Asafoetida: Haldi as it is called In India is supposed to be not only aphrodisiac but also it is used as antiseptic. It is used as sexual stimulation food in Ayuverdic medicine.

4. Asparagus: Asparagus is supposed to be very strong aphrodisiac food. It is supposed to give results in 3 days. Boil it or steam it both ways it works very good.

5. Avocado: This fruit was used in Aztec civilization and the name given to this fruit by them was testicle fruit. The way this fruit grows resembles testis of a male and thus thought to increase male power.

6. Banana: The shape of banana resembles male organ. This fruit gained its popularity as strong male aphrodisiac during the middle ages in Muslim areas of Middle East. The Muslim armies were fed on this fruit during the 100 years war.

7. Basil: Basil is supposed to increase the sexual drive.

8. Cardamom: Cardamom has been used in Indian medicine as aphrodisiac since ancient times. Kings were given food rich in cardamom to produce more and more prince.

9. Chocolate: In the south American civilization the chocolate gained popularity as aphrodisiac food and since now it has been medically proven that it has more antioxidant properties than any other fruit so it helps in fighting cancers along with fighting fatigue.

10. Carrots: Carrots anyone can find anywhere on this earth. It is supposed to be male aphrodisiac and was only popular in Middle East.

11. Cilantro ( Coriander) : Again this was only popular in Middle east and in other civilization there is no mention of this food as increasing any kind of sexual powers.

12. Figs: Though it is not easily available everywhere and not a cheap fruit, but i included this because this fruit is supposed to be very strong female aphrodisiac food since ages and in all civilization. It is said that if you eat this fruit in presence of your female lover is very erotic.

13. Ginger: Ginger is supposed to be very hot in Ayurvedic medicine and has very good effect on circulation of blood which results in strong male performance in bed.

14. Honey: Honey was something Egyptians thought is very strong aphrodisiac. May be honeymoon came from because of honey sexual powers.

15. Mustard: This is Indian seed and is supposed to work real well when roasted. It was routinely used in ancient India as Aphrodisiac.

16. Nutmeg: Nutmeg has been very popular as female stimulant in Chinese Civilization. Usually it was taken as powder which was sprinkled on soups.

17. Oysters: These were popular female aphrodisiac foods in Roman civilization in second century AD. It was consumed by rich Roman girls as this is very costly food even at that time.

18. Saffron: Saffron in Indian medicine is a very powerful aphrodisiac. It is usually taken with almonds and milk for the best effect. It not only gives more power but also make it last longer too.

19. Strawberries: This food was popular in Europe before the Europeans took it all over the world. This fruit is rich in Vit. C which elevates the mood and since it is so good in taste too, may be it helps in create an atmosphere for the nice evening with lover.

20. Wine: Wine all over the world has been thought to be good Aphrodisiac food. Even in ancient civilizations like China, Greece, Roman, India, Aztec and even in Muslim civilizations it was considered as good aphrodisiac food, may be because people tend to lose inhibitions after consuming alcohol.