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Aphrodisiacs
Aphrodisiac drugs
- Yohimbine
Yohimbine is the main alkaloid of Yohimbe. As a weak MAO inhibitor and alpha-adrenergic agonist, yohimbine may increase genital bloodflow and sexual sensitivity for some people
- Bremelanotide
A new drug called Bremelanotide (formerly PT-141) seems to be the first real aphrodisiac. It stimulates sexual desire in both men and women, and clinical trials are currently testing it for the treatment of sexual arousal disorder and erectile dysfunction.
- PEA
There is some debate in lay circles as to whether a chemical called phenylethylamine present in chocolate is an aphrodisiac. This compound, however, is quickly degraded by the enzyme MAO such that significant concentrations do not reach the brain.
- Other drugs
Stimulants affecting the dopamine system such as cocaine and amphetamines (e.g. Methamphetamine, aka Crystal meth) are frequently associated with hyperarousal and hypersexuality, though both may impair sexual functioning, particularly in the long term.
- Drugs not considered aphrodisiacs
Psychoactive substances like alcohol, 2C-B and MDMA are not aphrodisiacs in the strict sense of the definition, but they can be used to increase sexual pleasure and to reduce inhibition.
Anti-erectile dysfunction drugs, such as Viagra and Levitra, are not considered aphrodisiacs because they do not have any mood effect
Aphrodisiac foods
- Asparagus
- Chocolate
- Damiana
- Eurycoma longifolia
- Ginkgo biloba
- Ginseng
- Maca
- Oysters
- Spanish fly (cantharidin)
- Eringoes
- Potatoes
- Tomatoes
- Pine nuts
- Truffles
- Fish Milt
- Sea Cucumber
- Turtle eggs
- Artichokes
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