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Monday, June 25, 2007

A way to a man's heart

How often have you heard the saying, "a way to a man's heart is through his stomach". Well judging by some of the bellies I have seen, some guys are getting a lot of love.

Seriously, I do know that some people believe in buying gifts for loved ones, others show their appreciation in different more practical ways, like spoiling them with a wonderful romantic candlelit meal.

I have been collecting the series "Mind Body Spirit" and this weekend I was having a look through the section marked "Friendship and love" and came across somen interesting articles regarding aphrodisiacs. I have been asked many times in the past to recommend some form of aphrodisiac. There is so much on the market, much of it is rubbish. But if you take supplements like Ginseng and Ginko Biloba, these will eventually assist your libido. Taking herbs, vitamins and minerals as supplements will always be of benefit, but remember that they are not a "quick fix" to the problem. Sometimes it is all in the mind, if you believe "Spanish Fly" works for you, then by all means take it! Personally I would rather look at the right supplements and correct diet.

How do Aphrodisiacs work? Firstly they enhance the mood, such as aromatherapy oils used in massage. Secondly they delight the senses. Some aphrodisiacs work by evoking certain memories. some foods have a suggestive appearance for some. Thirdly there is the Spiritual Cleansing. Aphrodisiacs can energise Chakras, another effect is by cleansing the aura, making you more attractive to people as they pick up on your positive energy

How to make Damiana Love Tea
Damiana is a traditional aphrodisiac herb and can be used to make a pleasant aphrodisiac tea, which should be taken for at least 2 weeks.
Add 2 tablespoons Damiana to 1 cup boiling water and allow to steep for 15 minutes, then strain and drink
To make a wonderful aphrodisiac cordial:
Add 28g Damiana to 700ml of Vodka and leave to stand for 5 days. Then strain and filter the solution, keeping the liquid.
Soak the leaves in 500ml of spring water before straining and filtering the liquid. Heat the water to 70celcius and dissolve 1 cup of honey in it. Add the Vodka extract and mix.
Leave to stand for 1 month, then it will be ready to enjoy

May you and your loved one enjoy many hours of passion

bound in pleasure
Don