Aphrodisiacs: An A-Z

by Linda Louisa Dell

Overview

Aphrodisiacs is a fun and sexy romp through the world of natural libido enhancers, perfect to keep at your bedside table or even in the kitchen! Throughout centuries, all over the world, men and women have used food, oils, scents, ointments, and charms to have hotter sex, and the list goes beyond oysters and chocolate:

Mango: believed in India to heighten sex drive and stamina
Avocado: a popular sexual stimulant among the Spanish conquistadors
Hashish: renowned in Morocco for releasing inhibitions and increasing sensation
Arabian coffee: loved by African Sufis for its invigorating effect
Cardamom: tea brewed from this sultry spice is said to have aphrodisiac qualities
And many more!

This comprehensive, colorful guide details the scandalous hidden histories behind hundreds of nature’s most powerful libido boosters. It is sure to bring pleasure and excitement to your love life, whether you’re looking to spice things up with your lover or are curious about what sexy surprises are already waiting in your kitchen cupboard.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781632208002
Publisher:	Skyhorse
Publication date:	05/05/2015
Sold by:	SIMON & SCHUSTER
Format:	eBook
Pages:	146
File size:	2 MB

About the Author

Linda Louisa Dell, IIHHT, MICHT, FICHT, MHFS, has practiced as a holistic therapist for over eighteen years. Her previous books include Dreamtime: A History, Mythology, Physiology and Guide to the Interpretation of Dreams, Can’t Sleep, Won’t Sleep, Yes and Pigs Might Fly, African Nights, and The Arranged Wedding. Please see her webpage, lindalouisadell.com, for more information. She lives in London, England.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 An Introduction to Sex Drive and Libido 1

Losing Interest in Sex 3

Familiarity or Boredom 3

Being Unfit or Overweight or Having Low Self-Esteem 4

Stress and Lack of Sleep 4

Poor Diet or Excess Alcohol and Drugs 4

Pregnancy and Breastfeeding 5

Anxiety or Depression 5

Pain or Illness 6

Menopause 6

Impotence 6

Male Menopause, Prostate Problems, or Hypogonadism 6

Previous Sexual Abuse or Relationship Problems 7

Sad (Seasonal Affective Disorder) 7

Cultural Influences Or Parents' Attitude to Sex 7

Chapter 2 An Introduction to Aphrodisiacs and Sexual Practices 9

Aphrodisiacs in History 9

Pheromones 9

Japanese Pillow Books 11

Taoist Sex 11

Tantric Sex 12

Smell 14

Pubic Hair 15

It's All in the Mind 15

Oral Sex 16

The Oldest Aphrodisiacs 16

The Most Bizarre Aphrodisiacs 16

Chapter 3 A-Z of Aphrodisiacs 19

Appendix 1 A Guide to the Use and Preparation Of Herbs, Charms, and Oils as Used in Aphrodisiacs 127

Bibliography 133

Glossary 135