Aphrodisiac foods: 5 foods for better sex

It wasn't just Kim Basinger and Mickey Rourke who proved that sex and food are closely linked back in the 80s in the movie "9 1/2 Weeks" with a pretty hot fridge scene. In fact, there are foods that are said to have a pleasure-enhancing effect. We reveal five aphrodisiac foods that make for a better sex life.

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10/18/2019, 12:47
Erdbeeren und Sahne sind nicht nur geschmacklich eine tolle Kombi, auch die Libido freut sich.© iStock
Strawberries and cream are not only a great combination in terms of taste, they also boost the libido.
Natürlicher Lustmacher: Das Holz der Pflanze Muira Puama wird zum sogenannten Potenzholz verarbeitet.© picture alliance
Natural stimulant: The wood of the muira puama plant is processed into so-called potency wood.
Auch Ginseng gehört zu den potenz- und luststeigernden Lebensmitteln.© iStock
Ginseng is also one of the foods that increase potency and desire.
Feuriger Scharfmacher: Die Chili hat eine aphrodisierende Wirkung. © iStock
Fiery spiciness: Chilli has an aphrodisiac effect.

Sex by the book is for beginners. But toys aren't the only way to increase desire. Food can also provide plenty of fuel in bed. In addition to oysters and caviar, there are also other aphrodisiac foods.

1 Strawberries: Sexy and delicious

"Strawberries and champagne, please!" - What sounds like a cliché is actually one of the aphrodisiac foods. Because eating strawberries not only looks sexy, it also boosts our love life. With their high vitamin C and zinc content, the red fruits stimulate the libido.

2 Lust maker: ginseng

The Asian root is mainly used in medicine or for dietary supplements and strengthens the body's own defenses against stress and illness. However, it has even been clinically proven that ginseng can also increase desire and even help men with erectile dysfunction.

3 Potency wood: Muira Puama

You've never heard of muira puama? Well now you have! The medicinal plant from South America has been exported to Europe for over 100 years and processed into so-called "potency wood", which - as the name suggests - is said to have an aphrodisiac effect.

4 Chili: aphrodisiac food with fire

Chili peppers are famous as an aphrodisiac food. The spiciness of the red pepper provides a pleasant aching sensation and thus increases the release of endorphins produced by the body. In addition, the vitamins A, E and B12 contained in the spicy stimulant keep the female libido happy.

5 But with cream, please!

Although the stimulating effect of cream has not been proven, it is one of the sweetest seducers since erotic fantasies began. Whether spooned, sprayed or licked - cream can be more exciting than many a sex toy.