12 Natural Aphrodisiac Foods

Since they're all whole, healthy foods, it wouldn't hurt to have a bit of a taste test and judge for yourself. Happy Valentine's Day!

Their high vitamin E content helps keep hormones circulating properly, which stimulates blood flow. And if they keep you looking and feeling good, that can't hurt either.

This heat-producing food can "quicken the pulse and induce sweating, mimicking the state of sexual arousal, as well as stimulating the release of endorphins, which play a role in sexual pleasure," says Meryl S. Rosofsky, a doctor and adjunct professor in the department of nutrition, food studies, and public health at New York University.

The combo of warming spices including cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, and cloves was thought by Asian cultures to increase both physical and sexual appetites.

Native to the Mediterranean, this leafy green was a symbol of fertility to both the Greeks and Romans. It has vitamins A and K, along with potassium and calcium, and may have cancer-fighting properties.

One of the most popular aphrodisiacs, it was a favorite of the Mayans and the Aztecs. Cocoa is known to have positive effects on mood, which is always a plus.

Honey also contains boron, which helps regulate hormones — and let's face it, well-functioning hormones are what it's all about.

More recently, the University of Texas produced a study that said two to three cups of coffee could reduce the risk of erectile dysfunction.

Once known as the symbol of Venus, goddess of love, these berries have a lot going for them. Their heart-shaped, vibrant red exterior holds antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, and they taste exceptionally good when combined with fellow aphrodisiac chocolate.

We know this healthy fat is good for your heart, but that same circulation boost was rumored by the Greeks to make men more virile. It was also used as an ancient form of contraception, according to Aristotle.

Their seeds are thought to symbolize fertility, while the fig leaves represent modesty. Figs are high in potassium and antioxidants, too.

Possibly the most well-known of the aphrodisiacs, and rightfully so. Scientists say this one's legit, and raw oysters contain an amino acid that releases sex hormones.

Another ancient fertility symbol, this truly awesome fruit can actually increase testosterone levels in both women and men, which can increase sex drive and mood.