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Aphrodisiac foods are believed to increase sexual appetite and performance. Some of them are also thought to make sexual activity more enjoyable by releasing certain substances in the body. They are known to human kind from ancient times when Romans and Greeks were very interested in finding such foods. For ancient people sexual performance was a very important matter and this is why the majority of the discoveries in what concerns aphrodisiac foods were made then. Some say that these foods only increase libido because of the way they look or because of the way in which they are prepared and served. Some of them do have indeed a suggestive nature and their shape and texture makes you think at other things than just eating.

Here are a few examples of common aphrodisiac foods that you can enjoy before making love with your partner. You can include them in delicious recipes or you can consume them alone. There are no rules, you can just use your imagination and eat whatever you find stimulating.

1. Oysters - They are the first food that was discovered to be aphrodisiac and the legend says that it was used by Aphrodite before conceiving Eros. It is said that by consuming oysters one can experience both the feminine and the masculine side of love.

2. Chocolate - It is one of the most famous aphrodisiac foods and it is very much enjoyed by both men and women. It releases into the body substances that increase the desire for physical contact.

3. Banana - It is believed that its explicit shape and its texture are the ones responsible for the desire of making love. The minerals it contains also seem to increase sexual performance.

4. Almonds - Their taste seems to be considered stimulating by women and they have been a symbol of fertility for a long period of time.

5. Avocado - It was called the testicle tree in ancient times, but regardless this aspect, its aphrodisiac effects are given by the high content of vitamins and minerals that balance both feminine and masculine hormones.

6. Chili peppers - The capsaicin in them is responsible for releasing endorphins, substances that make us feel good.

7. Alcohol - Especially champagne and wine are renowned for their aphrodisiac properties. In moderate quantities they can lower inhibitions and increase sexual appetite, but in high quantities they can have the opposite effect and they can be dangerous for the health.

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