The Nearly Dirty Dozen: 10 Frisky Foods

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As if there weren't enough reasons to shop for good food, here's one more: A boost in desire. This sexy shopping list will help spice up your kitchen and your bedroom. Although there's no proof that any one food will consistently work romantic magic, the anecdotal reports recur enough to probably have some validity.

1. Apples (sweet breath)

2. Asparagus (rich in vitamin E, which helps build hormones)

3. Cabbage (increases blood flow)

4. Celery (contains androsterone, a hormone released by male sweat; turns women on)

5. Chocolate (long considered a love drug because the ingredients -- phenylethylamine, tryptophan, and anandamide -- have a feel-good effect)

6. Figs (high in amino acids to increase libido)

7. Garlic (contains allicin, an ingredient that increases blood flow to the sexual organs)

8. Nutmeg (significantly increases sexual activity in rats)

9. Oysters (high in zinc, which helps produce testosterone)

10. Wild yams (may increase genital sensitivity)

Plus, try these seven simple ways to maximize your sexual health.