Green Daily

Sure, everyone knows that oysters, champagne and chocolate help you get amorous. But did you know that eating all kinds of fruits and vegetables can turn up the burn in the bedroom? The Vegetarian Society of the United Kingdom, "the oldest vegetarian organisation in the world" is spreading the good food word.

You're probably thinking, oh, sure, like asparagus? And yes, they include that suggestively shaped stem. But there's more! According to VSofUK, lots vegetables, fruits, and the occasional nut, have the power to strongly stir those loving feelings.

Avocados: So stimulating that they were forbidden by Catholic priests. Plus, the Aztecs called it ahucatl, which means 'testicle'

Bananas: So stimulating that they are a frequent "stand-in" when learning to do certain acts, plus they contain a lot of B vitamins, which help produce sex hormones

Carrots: So stimulating, especially for men, that it was used as a seduction aid by "early Middle Eastern royalty"

Celery: So stimulating that it was dedicated to OSG (Original Sex God) Pluto by the Romans

Pine Nuts: So stimulating that they are a frequent ingredient in love potions. This is probably because they are a source of zinc, low levels of which can be a cause of impotence.

Raspberries and strawberries: "fruit nipples"

So the next time you're looking for a little sumthin-sumthin, you might want to stop by your local Farmers' Market. Apparently it's a hot bed of flavor and sensuality!