Female Aphrodisiac

A female aphrodisiac may help to increase your low libido.

As women enter pre menopause and menopause, they experience a decline in their sex drive. Causes of a low libido could include low levels of important sex hormones, being in an unsatisfying relationship, or lack of self-esteem.

The following list of female aphrodisiacs could help to solve part of the puzzle and get you on your way into bed!

You may also want to read about libido boosters.

Foods

• Dark Chocolate: Aren't we lucky? An excuse to eat (a little bit of) chocolate! Eating chocolate releases serotonin in our body, which helps us to relax and lower our inhibitions.

• Cayenne Peppers and Chillies: These help increase blood flow. They are also rich in vitamin C.

• Lychii: This is a fruit that can boost your low libido. People have been using it for that purpose for years. You can eat it fresh, dried, or in tea. I have found it at Trader Joe's.

• Strawberries and Raspberries: These have a reputation of being sensual fruits.

• Pineapple: This fruit also offers lots of vitamin C.

• Cruciferous Vegetables: Eat vegetables like broccoli, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, kale, cabbage, maca, and bok choy.

• Lobster: Lobster contains many important ingredients for increasing the female libido: calcium, iron, amino acids, and vitamin B.

• Oysters: These are high in protein and zinc, which will help boost your sex drive.

• Arginine: This isn't a food, but it is an amino acid that is found in many foods. It is found in meat, nuts, eggs, cheese, and coconut milk.

• Wine and Champagne: Drinking a little can help to relax you and get you feeling in the mood. But, moderation is key.

• Ginger: This increases circulation.

Supplements

• Rhodiola Rosea: This plant can help to improve your mood and your serotonin levels.

• Safed Musli: Along with acting as a female aphrodisiac, this herbal supplement can also help arthritis. Read more on this site.

• Damiana: People in Mexico have used this herb for years to help boost sexual desire. It will help you achieve orgasms, and it will help you to have better orgasms. Read more on this site.

• Fenugreek: This one goes way back. Romans, Greeks, and Egyptians often used this plant. Know that it has been known to increase bust size.

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