Ancient Greeks were big believers in aphrodisiacs and ancient love potions. If you want to spice up your love life, look no further. Here are five of the more common natural aphrodisiacs that have been used throughout the centuries and can still be found today at your local supermarket:
1. Pomegranates
This fruit has made a comeback during the past decade or so as it is praised for its nutritional values.
Even back in Ancient Greece, the pomegranate fruit was deemed nutritious and it was also believed, in both ancient times and today, that the juice has aphrodisiac properties.
2. Truffles
Going as far back as the 1st century AD, this fungi found its way into the limelight as an aphrodisiac as it is believed that it came into existence as a result of the combined action of water, heat, and thunderbolts as Zeus hurled a thunderbolt to Earth which landed close to an oak tree.
The ancient Greek physician Galen noted that “the truffle is very nourishing and can direct voluptuousness.”
Currently, you can even order truffles online. Check out Truffles USA at www.trufflesusa.com where you will find selected Italian truffles that are imported from central Italy.
3. Leeks
In ancient times, leeks were eaten raw and whole or cooked and were probably considered an aphrodisiac due to their phallic shape.
Nowadays, people still believe that leeks are an aphrodisiac and they constitute a great addition to any meal.
4. Garlic
At some point and time, people stopped believing that garlic was toxic and began eating it to prevent illness and congestion. In addition, people started believing that it possessed magical properties and that it is a natural aphrodisiac.
Try making the Greek dish skordalia, and you’ll be sure to eat a considerable amount of garlic. It is a mixture of garlic pur?e with which you combine with pur?e of potatoes, walnuts, almonds, or milk-soaked stale bread. Just brush your teeth afterward in case the aphrodisiac properties really do kick in…
5. Legumes
Dating back as far as Hippocrates, legumes have been an indispensable part of the menu for men wishing to keep up their libido as they get older.
Hippocrates prescribed a variety of legumes to eat by the bowl-full; while the ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle was a believer in lentil beans with the addition of saffron to keep a man’s libido active and in top shape. Many Greek men swear by lentil beans as a libido lifter, even today.
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