Plain old nutmeg is said to be an aphrodisiac! Who wants to bake? | Source: ShutterStock

Aphrodisiacs like Spanish Fly have been around forever, and their usefulness and safety have been hotly debated. But new studies say that you probably have a few aphrodisiacs in your own kitchen right this second. Which household grub is said to lead to better sex?

Dr. Oz, lover of all things holistic and horticultural, said a big one is nutmeg (The fun name doesn’t hurt, either). He claims that studies in India showed nutmeg was an aphrodisiac because when animals consumed it, their nervous system got a lot more active. As a result, these animals enjoyed quite a bit more sexual activity. Still, while nutmeg is delish and all–in moderation, anyway–it’s not really clear how or why this would work. Plus, he also didn’t specify what all that “sexual activity” was. What if it leads to sexual activity you aren’t that into? (Again, not sure how that would work either, but that’s the point–there are not many details here.)

Ginseng, another wonder herb, was said to be an aphrodisiac. A study said that menopausal women–as in, ladies a bit older than we are–were more turned on and aroused during sex when they consumed Korean red ginseng beforehand. We’ll have to wait a good 30-something years before we need to worry about this, but still good to know, right?

Another biggie? The maca root, which studies suggest can reduce anxiety. While that’s not necessarily a direct aphrodisiac, lessened anxiety can lead to more confidence–which we all know leads to better sex.

Other rumored aphrodisiacs include figs and oysters. Does this mean you need to run out and go grocery shopping to improve your sex life? Not necessarily, but it’s a pretty fun thing to think about if you ever volunteer to cook your guy dinner. As for me? I’m sort of a picky eater, so in terms of aphrodisiacs, I’ll probably stick with chocolate and Thor on mute.

Have you ever tried aphrodisiacs? Do you think aphrodisiacs are real? Tell us in the comments!

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