The definition of an aphrodisiac, according to the Oxford Dictionary, is an exciting sexual desire or activity, named after the Greek goddess of love and beauty, Aphrodite. According to Theresa Crenshaw, "...love, however you define it, seems to be the best aphrodisiac of all."

Everyone's definition of love is different. What turns one on varies amongst each individual. An aphrodisiac can be found in an endless number of forms. Sexual arousal comes from physical, emotional, and even imaginable stimulation.

Damiana, is a stimulant that supports and nourishes your nervous system, along with giving the user long-term energy. Both men and women with low libido or impotence have experienced improvements when taking this tonic. The herbal tonic has a regulatory effect on the pituitary gland, the master gland that controls the production of many hormones in the body. It can bring about a wide ranging rebalancing of your hormomes, which can be very effective for correcting the symptoms associated with premenstrual syndrome and menopause.

Herbs that contain attributes, which enhance sexual arousal, have been found amongst all cultures and throughout different parts of the world. Each location contains different plant and animal life, providing a unique way of medicating. Particularly in Asian countries, there is a belief that the ground-up horns of animals are powerful sexual stimulants. Some of these animals include the rhinoceros and the reindeer. (Hence the term horny.) Other herbal tonics include Damiana, Catuaba, and Marapuama. Though many other herbal aphrodisiacs exist, these seem to be a few of the most common and easily accessible.

Other natural aphrodisiacs such as foods have also been found to stimulate the libido. Often, foods that represent phallic symbols are known to stimulate the libido. Vegetables such as zucchini and cucumbers fit the bill. Some types of fruit or plant-life have vulva like qualities. Kiwis, mangos, and even avocados have vaginal-like similarities. Flowers of all kinds are also said to resemble the vagina Judy Chicago, in her art piece, The Dinner Party, painted a flower on each plate that represented a female in history. Each flower looked as though it was painted with suggestive vulva qualities. In Western culture, sex is a taboo subject. Therefore artists of all mediums must find subtle, tactful ways too depict sex in their work. Food is a common way to do that successfully. These types of food and flower techniques have been used in both television and in literature to suggest sex.

Catuaba is the most famous of all the Brazilian botanicals. It is a strong tonic and nervous system fortifier. It is known for its general capacity of giving strength and relieving fatigue. This herbal tonic is used specifically for impotence, and also as an aphrodisiac.

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