7 edible aphrodisiacs for lovers who plan to ‘Netflix and chill’ this Valentine’s Day

Valentine’s Day is here, and if you’re in the mood to get passionate with your partner, the best way to each other’s heart is through the stomach. Impress your date with the whole package of champagne, rose petals and, of course, bites to get you in the mood for a seductive night.

Avocado

Fun fact: did you know that the original translation for avocado in Aztec was testicle? After the Spanish conquerors arrived, they revised the name to aguacate, which does not mean that any more. However, avocado can still be your sexy fruit, as it stimulates sexual desire with high levels of phytosterols and vitamin E and boosting dopamine with Omega-3 for men and women. An extra for gents, it also contains folic acid, which can stimulate your sex drive and vitamin B6, which increases testosterone production.

Chilli peppers

Want to “Netflix and chill”? Then spice up your date with a dash of chilli peppers. Containing capsaicin, a compound that augments the release of epinephrine (aka adrenaline), and endorphins, the fiery spice will generate tingling and arousing sensations such as flushed cheeks, plumped up lips, rapid heart rate and, of course, sweat. So, get ready for a red-hot night of passion.

Dark chocolate

Chocolate is a delicious treat but research states that it does not directly power up libido. However, it can evoke feelings of excitement and happiness as it contains chemicals like phenylethylamine, so you can still feed your partner some chocolate bites. But make it dark and at least 75 per cent cacao, and see how things develop.