What is an Aphrodisiac?

As per the dictionary, an aphrodisiac is "an agent (as a food or drug) that arouses or is held to arouse sexual desire; something that excites." Researchers say the smell, taste, and even appearance of certain foods can act as potent aphrodisiacs that not only get you in the mood for love, but also may even make you a better flirt and lover. And knowing what foods are appropriate can maximize these effects.

Aphrodisiacs can be grouped into three groups based on the physiological effects they have on the body and how those effects can enhance sexual performance at each stage of a person's sex life.

FOODS FOR FLIRTING
When looking for a partner for sex, it's important to choose foods that secrete chemicals and hormones that make you happy in order to increase self-confidence, lower inhibitions, and make you a better flirt.

Examples:
Chilli peppers : Spicy foods get the heart pumping and induce sweating.
Bananas : They contain chemicals that reportedly have a mood-lifting effect on the brain.
Carrots : Their phallic appearance and high-fiber content may induce sexual desire.

FOODS FOR SEDUCTION
Seductive aphrodisiacs can help trigger the release of sex hormones, such as testosterone, provide a quick energy boost, and increase blood flow to the genitals to get the body "in the mood" for love. It’s important to create visual stimulation with foods that look like the genitalia, such as oysters, fresh figs, or carrots.

Anything that is visually erotic is automatically going to set your brain in motion. Certain foods release hormones, like testosterone in women that makes them more sexually aggressive and adventurous."

Examples:
Chocolate : Not only does chocolate provide a jolt of caffeine, the plant has a flower that looks like sex organs.
Ginger : This root reportedly increases blood flow to the genitals in both men and women.
Olives : Green ones
Tomatoes : They have a reputation as a sexual stimulant.
Apples : Since Adam and Eve, this fruit has been synonymous with temptation.
Asparagus: A sexy, long, phallic-looking food

FOODS FOR SEXUAL PERFORMANCE
During exploration and orgasm, even the scent alone of some aphrodisiacs may be enough to increase sexual arousal and enhance performance.

Natural Human aphrodisiac: Pheromones
Pheromones are the truest form of natural aphrodisiacs. The human pheromones -- Androstenone, Androstenol, Androsterone - found in minute amounts in the perspiration of men and women, are natural aphrodisiacs that attract men to women and visa-versa.

There is scientific evidence that human pheromones can elicit strong sexual responses in both sexes. Unfortunately, antiperspirants and deodorants often destroy the pheromones in human perspiration.

Research conducted by the University of Chicago shows concrete proof that human pheromones do exist. And pheromones produced by one individual have a definite influence on the biological behavior of another.