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The Science of Aphrodisiacs
URL: http://health.usnews.com/articles/health/sexual-reproductive/2008/08/19/the-science-of-aphrodisiacs.html

Description:
"They've been touted to increase sex drive, boost arousal, and put men and women in the 'mood' for hundreds of years. But the skeptical consider aphrodisiacs -- foods, drinks, and ... extracts and supplements -- to be more mental than physical. A brief look at some ... of these purported libido enhancers reveals both flimsy claims and some sound science." Covers watermelon, oysters, hot peppers, and chocolate. From U.S. News & World Report.

LII Topics: Sexuality, Society & Social Science

Author:
Shulman, Matthew

Publisher:
U.S.News & World Report LP

LII Database Information:
Record 27659 created by Maria Brandt on 01/07/2009
Last modification on 02/02/2009
Published: 02/12/2009  
LII Item ID: http://lii.org/cs/lii/view/item/27659

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