Foods that Put You In The Mood

Wink Wink, nudge nudge....Serve these foods to your Valentine lover to make this V-day extra special!

Oysters - Some say it's because they're high in zinc, while others say it's because they resemble a woman's vulva — either way, oysters are among the world's oldest reputed aphrodisiacs.


Chocolate - Full of disease-fighting antioxidants, chocolate is now considered a super food with potential health benefits.When indulging, try to choose dark chocolate with at least 60 percent cacao — the more cacao the better, since this is probably the source of chocolate's health benefits.

Red Wine - No romantic dinner is complete without a good bottle of wine. A properly paired wine will enhance the taste of your food and, hopefully, get the two of you in the mood for love, since moderate amounts of alcohol can lower people's inhibitions and help them relax. An extra bonus: Drinking a small amount of wine (especially red wine) daily may increase your HDL (good cholesterol).


Ginseng - Many aphrodisiacs gain their reputation because of their resemblance to sexual organs. This is true for ginseng, an Asian herb used to boost immune function, whose name means "man root."


Chili Peppers - Chilies contain capsaicin, a compound that makes the peppers spicy. Capsaicin will also raise your heartbeat, cause you to perspire, and release endorphins that may trigger feelings similar to those experienced during sexual arousal.

Avocado - The avocado has long been considered an aphrodisiac. Its ancient Aztec name, ahuacatl, actually means "testicle," and the fruit was associated with fertility. Avocados are also considered to be a super food because they are high in antioxidants, fiber, and monounsaturated fat.


Asparagus - Known in the world of erotic foods for its phallic form, asparagus is also rich in vitamins and minerals and high in fiber.

Strawberries - These delicious summer berries are considered erotic because of their likeness to nipples. If you want to multiply the berries' "aphrodisiac" powers, dip them in warm chocolate and feed them to your lover!


Honey - Enjoy honey on its own, dissolved in tea, or in place of sugar. Honey is also known for its cancer-fighting antioxidants and wound-healing powers, though the most erotic thing you can do is drizzle it on your lover and lick it off.