Several fruits and vegetables are renowned aphrodisiacs, proving it does pay off to follow a healthy diet. Nuts, figs and berries are said to resemble female genitalia. Phallic-shaped fruit and vegetables such as carrots, asparagus, cucumbers and bananas are likewise revered. In 18th century France, tomatoes were regarded as the “apple of love”, no doubt due to their rarity at the time. The Aztecs considered testicle-shaped avocadosso potent that young virgins were not allowed out of doors during the harvest.
BANANAS were delighting the European palate and imagination as early as the sixteenth century. The erotic reputation of the banana comes from its unmistakable shape, generally between 7 and 9 inches long, even though its excellent nutritional qualities help our sexual apetite increase. Some studies show that this sweet, creamy, soft-fleshed fruit with a lush texture contains bromelain, an enzyme which enhances male performance. It is also rich in potassium and B vitamins, necessities for sex hormone production.
The banana flower has a marvelous phallic shape and is partially responsible for popularity of the banana as an aphrodisiac food. An Islamic myth tells the tale that after Adam and Eve succumbed to the “Apple” they started covering their”nudity” with banana leaves rather than fig.
GINSENG is an erect plant, growing from 8 to 15 inches in height. It increases desire for physical contact. The word ginseng means “man root,” and the plant’s reputation as an aphrodisiac probably arises from its marked similarity to the human body. It has been used for thousands of years in China, Tibet, Korea, indochina and India for its properties deeply refreshing, invigorating and rejuvenating. Lately it has been nominated by occidental science as having a very strong and real effect.
There are many varieties of ginseng available but red ginseng root has the best results. It may have a mild stimulant action, like coffee, and it hasn’t to be used continuously. A 40 days treatment with ginseng extract has to be followed by a three months pause representing the most usual prescription that works in most cases. The exact dose is to be determined taking into account the individual strength of the root.
Ginseng can be taken in a number of different ways. The best method is to chew a 1-inch piece about the thickness of a pencil. Saliva helps activate its qualities; simply swallowing capsules is not as efficient. The Chinese make a tea by boiling 1 teaspoon of the root filaments in a pint of water for ten minutes. The pulp is not wasted but is used several more times and is then chewed and swallowed. Ginseng tea should be sipped slowly, thus allowing it to combine with the salivary fluids before swallowing.
CARROTS The phallus shaped carrot has been associated with stimulation since ancient times and was used by early Middle Eastern royalty to aid seduction. It is believed to be a stimulant to the male. Numerous herbalists have recommended this popular root vegetable with sweet flavor as helping in “love matters”. It contains high vitamins and beta-carotene and is a “yang vegetable”, that means the predominant subtle energy of the carrot is yang or masculine. So, if a man eats carrots every day he will raise his masculine energy and as a consequence he will become a very potent man.
Here it is a popular Arab recipe for virility: every morning, stew 3 carrots in milk and eat it at your breakfast. Eaten every day this dish will improve both sexual appetite and performance.
NUTS have had a reputation as aphrodisiacs for centuries. Cultures the world over associate nuts with fertility. For example during harvest festivals in Rome, maidens passed out bowls of nuts as its symbols.
They are highly energizing, as high in zinc – a mineral that helps men synthesize testosterone and women sustain lubrication. In addition to providing sustained energy due to their high protein content, the zinc in nuts can keep men feeling like frolicking well into old age. Zinc is also important in helping to prevent prostate problems. Nuts also increase the quantity of sperm produced by the testicles. They are ideal for replacing meat in alimentation. They are rich invitamin B12, which is why they are recommended as a basic element in the treatment of impotence and sterility. They are effective medicine for treating uncontrolled nocturnal urination.
They are recommended as aphrodisiacs for both men and women, and especially for people dealing with physical weakness, critical assimilation of food and anemia. The energy found in nuts is mainly Yang, and consequently, eating nuts increases your Yang energy. Nuts are also recommended for people who work intensely, physically and mentally.
ASPARAGUS Given its phallic shape, asparagus is frequently enjoyed as an aphrodisiac food. It comes from the lily family and can be traced back to the Romans in the 1st century AD. In nineteenth century France bridegrooms were required to eat several courses consisting of asparagus, asparagus and more asparagus, because of its reputed powers to arouse and enjoy a sensuous experience.
Perhaps the most erotic member of the vegetable kingdom, asparagus not only tastes good, but it does you good too – it contains no fat, cholesterol or sodium and is rich in vitamin C, folic acid, iron and potassium. Instantly recognized by its own suggestive shape, it happens also to be high in vitamin E, considered one of the sex hormone stimulants. The best way to eat it is steamed or boiled and dressed with butter, olive oil or Hollandaise sauce. It is also suggested eating asparagus for three days for the most powerful effect. Alongside its aphrodisiac qualities, asparagus is also known as a natural remedy to help relieve indigestion and has also been recommended as a mild sedative. It also stimulates activity of kidneys and is depurative.
FIGS are another fruit that claims aphrodisiac qualities based on its appearance. This is considered one of the sexiest fruits on the planet. An open fig is thought to emulate the female sex organs and traditionally thought of as sexual stimulant. They have long been a symbol of love and fertility. Ancient Greeks celebrated seasonal crops in a frenzied copulation ritual.
These plump, soft, sweat, luscious beauties come from one variety of the fichus tree which probably originated in Asia Minor and is one of the oldest edible plants. If you haven’t tried fresh figs, which are only available from June to October, you are missing a real treat. When fresh, the figs have diuretic and purifying qualities, and are of great help in detoxifying cures. When dried, they have a high level of sugar, 62-80 %, and are a remarkable aphrodisiac aliment. They also contain vitamins A, B1, B2, P, C and minerals that have an important role in preserving the sexual function of the organism: calcium, magnesium, zinc, potassium, and phosphor. Figs are useful for the treatment of vascular impotence, for the states of asthenia, physical weakness, and lack of vitality. For overweight people, we recommend figs be used with moderation.
The breaking open of a fig and eating it in front of your lover is said to be a powerful erotic act, so be sure to eat figs with your fingers for the most sensuous effect. You can also try feeding them to your lover drizzled with a little cream and a sprinkling of sugar. Or, serve figs with sliced melon or pears and prosciutto as an appetizer.
AVOCADO Thousands of years ago, the Mayans and Incans believed the Avocado to be an aphrodisiac, for both its shape and nutritive properties, and nubile princesses ate them as part of a fertility ritual to enhance their sexually desirability. It represented the intimate joining of a man and a woman to these ancient cultures. The Aztecs called the avocado tree Ahuacuatl, which translated means “testicle tree”. They thought the fruit hanging in pairs on the tree resembled the male’s testicles.
This delicious fruit gifted with gracious curves, sensuous texture, large flesh-colored pit and soft buttery meat elicits enhanced feelings of romance or love. Serve it in slices with a small amount of Balsamic vinegar and freshly ground pepper. Its pulp is a magnificent aphrodisiac as it enhances the tone of the sexual organs that in turn enhances sexual appetite.
Avocados are delicious hot or cold, in soups, salads, stir-frys and as a healthier alternative to butter, sour cream and other dips and spreads. Avocados are cholesterol-free, sodium-free, low in saturated fat and a good source of monounsaturated fat, which studies show may help in the prevention of heart disease. Of all fruits, the avocado is the highest in protein and oil content. High in heart-healthy monounsaturated fat, it also provides a hearty dose of lutein, potassium, fiber, folic acid and vitamin E. When eaten with other foods, it helps the body absorb fat-soluble nutrients.
