Comes from the greek goddess of love "Aphrodite". There are arguably, certain foods, scents, music, drinks, and behaviors which can increase or promote the desire to be sexual and/or sensual. Some people say that "
aphrodisiacs" are merely a placebo, because people THINK they will work. Some find out certain things make their sensuality more heightened, which could also be coined a "fetish".
Common items related to this term: Arugula, Artichokes, Asparagus, Chocolate, Eggs,
Ginkgo biloba,Ginseng, Honey, Mangos, Oysters,
Spanish fly, Strawberries, Tomatoes, Truffles and Walnut oil.
Apparently my boyfriend
arguing with me is quite the aphrodisiac,
because I can't finish an argument before I want to grab his face and
get down to business.