10 Foods That Are Popular Aphrodisiacs & Can Help Boost Your Sex Drive

It may sound like a tongue twister, but once on the tongue, an aphrodisiac may help one twist, tease, and twerk better in bed.  

But what an aphrodisiac really is, you may ask? Well, an aphrodisiac is a food or drug that arouses sexual instinct in a person, brings on their desire, or increases sexual performance

However, in a digital age where every second sponsored ad on a wellness page claims to enhance your sex drive, it gets difficult to believe in these myriad libido-boosting drugs. 

But when it comes to taking the natural route, things become far more practical, safe and believable. Here are ten natural foods that work as an aphrodisiac and boost your libido. 

1. Watermelon
Leave it to Harry Styles to convince you to get high on watermelon sugar, and allow us to tell you that the real rush that watermelon gives you is in your sex drive. 

This summer’s favourite fruit is rich in an amino acid called citrulline which relaxes and aids blood vessels to expand much like any other drug meant to treat erectile dysfunction. 

Watermelon also contains 92% water that keeps your body hydrated and hydration is often linked to sexual health and boosting libido.

Have this summer fruit raw or switch things up and include it in your cocktail and let the sparks fly in the bedroom. 

Watermelon Lemongrass Cocktail Mix (Pack of 8)
By Sippin
The smell of sea salt hangs in the air, the atmosphere is buzzing with coastal energy, and your favourite people surround you! A watermelon drink is all you need. Sweet, hydrating watermelons and the fresh essence of lemongrass come together to make you repeat your drinks till you forget the count!

Key Features:

Flavour: Sweet watermelons with the fresh essence of lemongrass
Ideal for both cocktails and mocktails
The Bartender Says: The best way to enjoy this novel mix is with Champagne or Vodka
Mocktailers: Brace yourselves, because you’re going to be blown away by how delicious this drink is in some water—sparkling or still
This is a pack of 8 sachets (10 gm each)
Each sachet can make one drink
₹ 249₹ 300

2. Chocolates 
Chocolates have been considered as a symbol of love and passion since good ol’ times. Experts suggest that having chocolate augments a woman’s capacity to produce endorphins and enhances the mood. 

Consider this hazelnut dark chocolate bar as your ultimate aphrodisiac to turn on the excitement between the sheets.

Hazelnut Dark Chocolate, 70 gm
By Toska Chocolates
Hazelnuts can be a perfect mood lifter! Bringing you the classic flavour of hazelnuts with premium dark chocolate by Toska Chocolates. The Hazelnut dark chocolate bar will be a mixture of dark chocolate and roasted hazelnuts. The roasted hazelnuts will give a crunchy texture each handcrafted chocolate bar. Each bar is carefully handcrafted by the finest chocolate makers.
₹ 290

3. Figs
Figs have been mentioned in the Bible as one of the fruits in the Garden of Eden. Also, the story goes that figs might actually be the forbidden fruit that got Adam and Eve into trouble. 

But keeping the story aside, figs actually are rich in antioxidants, flavonoids, and polyphenols which can infuse feelings of relaxation and well being, and hence it works as an aphrodisiac.

Premium Low Fat Dried Figs, 200 gm
By Khari Foods
Khari Foods (Anjeer) is deliciously sweet and they have many health benefits. The health benefits of figs come from the presence of fibre, vitamins and minerals. These dried figs can be consumed after soaking it in milk or water, as its a known Indian tradition.

Key Features:

A natural laxative and sweetener
No added preservatives, Non-GMO, Vegan-friendly, Gluten-free
Rich in nutrients like Vitamin A, B1, calcium and phosphorus
₹ 449

4. Garlic
Garlic has since long been considered a popular food to increase sex drive for both men and women since it contains a chemical called allicin that increases blood flow to the sexual organs.

Try using garlic as a condiment. Garnish your salad or food with garlic powder to let its distinctive flavour kick in and do its magic later that night.

Garlin Garlic Powder Capsules For Cholesterol (60 Capsules)
By Healthvit
Garlic Powder is one of the most useful and appetizing Condiments due to its distinctive flavour and attributed health benefits. Garlic is well known for its properties in helping horses with not only their respiratory systems but also helps with the blood and digestion.

Key Features:

Act as a Blood purifier
Reduces Cholesterol
Lower Blood Pressure
₹ 112₹ 160

5. Saffron & Honey
A glass of saffron milk before bed can be your secret to having a more pleasurable and healthy sex life. This expensive spice is often used as a remedy to help treat depression, calm the mind and reduce stress. 

And a recent study has shown that saffron also has potential aphrodisiac properties. The study observed that men who consume saffron regularly get better erection and women who consume saffron experience higher levels of arousal and increased lubrication.

Consider taking a spoonful of saffron honey to get the benefits of two aphrodisiacs in one. Because honey did we tell you that honey is also an aphrodisiac? 

Yes, honey regulates hormone levels and contains nitric oxide which is released in the blood during arousal.

Premium Organic Saffron Honey, 400 gm
By Khari Foods
Khari Foods brings you 100% organic and saffron honey. This honey is sweet with a distinct aroma of saffron and comes packed with all the nutrients intact. The organic honey has a clear texture with a clear-glassy look that bears testimony to its quality & purity.

Key Features:

100% all-natural organic honey
Comes with a distinct saffron aroma and packed with all the nutrients intact
Has a clear texture and glassy look
₹ 999

6. Pistachios 
Pistachios are high in nutritional value and are best known to help lower blood pressure, manage weight and stimulate better blood flow through the body. A better blood flow aids men get better erections and hence boost sexual performance. 

Keep snacking on a handful of pistachios throughout the day to become the ‘snack’ yourself.  

Jumbo Roasted Pistachios - Lightly Salted, 200 gm
By Nutty Gritties
Californian Pistachios are rich in healthy fats or monounsaturated fats that help in regulating blood sugar and heart health. A quick hunger reliever, this pack can be carried easily while going for work or for the gym. A perfect healthy snacking option for you with the goodness of good fats, fibres and proteins.

Key Features:

Dry-roasted without a single drop of oil used
Fresh, crunchy and lightly salted
No added preservatives, Vegan-friendly, Gluten-free, Keto-friendly
₹ 420

7. Fenugreek
Fenugreek seeds and powder are a key ingredient in many Ayurvedic medicines as they contain anti-inflammatory and libido-boosting properties.

Ayurveda backs that this herb contains compounds that the body can use to make sex hormones, such as estrogen and testosterone. 

Consuming fenugreek can help both men and women experience better and more orgasms. 

Fenugreek Methi Powder, 500mg, 60 Capsules
By Healthvit
Fenugreek (Methi) has antiseptic and expectorant properties. With high antioxidant levels, it assists in smooth digestion and helps relieve constipation ailments. It also helps to correct and maintain lipid metabolism.

Key Features:

Maintains Blood sugar
Reduces Cholesterol
Aids Weight Loss
Used For Hair & Skin
₹ 140

8. Chasteberry
This fruit which may sound like something that will test your chastity, actually is used to treat infertility and for relief of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) symptoms in women.

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Chasteberry which is a native fruit of the Mediterranean region influences hormone levels and is often used in dietary supplements for conditions such as menopause, infertility, and menstrual problems.

Vitex Chasteberry Fruit Extract, 400mg, 60 Capsules| Women Health Supplement Supporting Fertility, Hormonal Balance & PMS Symptoms
By Healthvit
Vitex is a super herb containing flavonoids, essential oil and an anti-inflammatory compound. It is used as a dietary supplement for conditions such as menopause, infertility, menstrual problems and a number of other conditions. It is also used to treat acne. Amount per Serving – 400 mg, Amount per Capsule – 400 mg.

Healthvit Vitex may help increase fertility, relieve menopause symptoms, maintain breast comfort and healthy hormone levels as well as promote healthy mood during the menstrual cycle.

These Vitex capsules are completely tasteless and odourless, making it extremely easy to use. The formula is packed in an easy-to-swallow capsule form.

Key Features:

Supports a healthy menstrual cycle
Increases breast milk production
Supports fertility for women
Helps limit & control PMS symptoms
Key Ingredients:

Anhydrous Lactose, Magnesium Stearate, Colloidal Silicon Dioxide, Vitex (Seed) 400mg
Directions Of Use:

Take 1 capsule two times daily, or as directed by a health care practitioner.
₹ 630

9. Tribulus
Tribulus terrestris, an annual plant that grows in dry climates is widely used by herbalists to make supplements that claim to boost testosterone in men.

It is also effectively used to increase strength gains and aid in helping you get over a plateau.Tribulus has been used by some of the world’s most elite athletes, but may be used by recreational athletes as well.

Fitness Tribulus Terrestris 1000mg - 90 Tablets
By Healthvit
It can also effectively used to increase strength gains & aid in helping you get over a plateau. Tribulus has been used by some of the world’s most elite athletes, but may be used by recreational athlete as well. Tribulus Terrestris Extract Supplements are known to improve the testosterone levels in Men.

Key Features:

Supports Optimal Male Reproductive System
Supports Healthy Testosterone Levels
Helps Optimize Muscle Development
₹ 800

10. Ginkgo Biloba
Ginkgo Biloba, an herbal supplement extracted from the Ginkgo Biloba tree is said to work as an aphrodisiac by helping relax blood vessels and increase blood flow to the sexual organs. 

Ginkgo biloba has traditionally been used in chinese medicines to treat ailments such as depression and poor sexual performance. 

It is also effective in improving memory, especially occasional mild memory problems associated with ageing. 

Ginkgo Biloba Capsules With Ashwagandha & Bacopa (60 Capsules)
By Kayos
Kayos Naturals Ginkgo Biloba with Ashwagandha and Brahmi (Bacopa) helps support cognitive function and can help improve memory, especially occasional mild m