Aphrodisiacs: Let's Spice Things Up

Just because it's cold outside, doesn't mean your bedroom should be. So it's time to turn up the heat! Named after the Greek goddess of love and sexuality, Aphrodite, aphrodisiacs have been used for centuries to increase desire as well as performance. Although these herbs can enhance your love life, sexual dysfunction may be a sign of a serious medical condition such as diabetes, heart disease or hypothyroidism or a side effect of medication. Underlying psychological and emotional issues may also need to be addressed. Here are some aphrodisiacs to try with your love tonight. 

Damiana (Turnera diffusa)

This Mexican plant is a classic aphrodisiac herb used by ancient native Americans. Damiana's hot and spicy nature increases blood flow to the pelvic region. It can also relax smooth muscle tissue promoting penile erection. In addition, plant compounds of damiana may have similar effects to progesterone. Other conditions damiana is used for include asthma, anxiety, depression, headache, urinary tract infections, and menstrual disorders. The leaves of damiana can be brewed as a tea or you can take them as a tincture or capsules.

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