My first Gues today is Cathryn Fox, one of my Allure Author buddies, and an amazingly talented author. Her current series fromAvon Red is all about sexual stimulants, and she tells the stories in a very erotic and humorous way. So today she chose to tell you all a little about some of what she learned when researching those stimulants.. Uh huh..research.
Did you know the right foods can put you in the mood? If you’re looking for natural aphrodisiacs with libido-lifting qualities, then skip the love potions, all is takes is a simple trip to the grocery store to put a little bounce in your steps…and in your mattress.
Let’s look at a few love-foods that can help increase your sexual appetite.
Chili: This spicy food can heat things up because of an ingredient called capsaicin. This is the active ingredient that gives a spicy kick to peppers, curries and flavorfully hot food. It increased blood flow to certain areas of the body and facilitates sexual performance. The hot spices raise the heart rate and release the “feel-good” endorphins that give you a natural high.
Chocolate: Chocolate contains a substance called phenylalanine, an amino acid known for raising the body’s endorphins. Try it before or during sex and give your body that extra little boost.
Oysters: Oysters are high in zinc, which boost testosterone levels, a hormone important for sexual functioning of both men and women. Remember the legend that says Casanova seduced a virgin by sliding an oyster from his lips to hers, arousing her sexual appetite.
Licorice: Licorice is 50 times sweeter than sugar, which stimulated the senses.
Celery. Celery contains androsterone, a hormone released through male perspiration that supposedly turns ladies on.
So now that you’re armed with information on how to turn that cold shoulder, into a warm smolder, what are you waiting for. Head on over to your local market, gather your supplies, and start cooking up a storm…inside the bedroom.
If you’re interested in winning a signed copy of PLEASURE CONTROL by Cathryn, let me know in the comments what works for YOU as an aphrodisiac. Everyone who answers will be entered into the draw!
Winner: STEPHANIE, You win a free copy of PLEASURE CONTROL FROM CATHRYN!!! email me via the contact button on my site and I’ll put you in contact with her!
Congratulations!
I’m not sure that food works for me. I’d go with music and atmosphere.
Chocolate
Chocolate does it for me too. 😀 And strangely, fudge sundaes. I think maybe just because of , uhmm , a fond memory. 😆
It’s chocolate for me as well. Plus I tend to feel more loose and sexy when I drink alcohol, not drunk, just pleasantly tipsy.
I would have to confess reading Erotic books does it for me and in fact I just received Sex…and Shopping and read Saskia’s short story in there – and really got revved up so I read it to my husband later that night and it worked!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Cathryn there is nothing better than an autographed book from a favorite author and it really doesn’t matter if I already have the book. Autographed is special!!!
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Any food my hubby makes and feeds me by hand…..
also various “toppings” on said hubby :love:
Debbie, Cathryn has said if the winner has Pleasure Control already, she’s willing to maybe give upa copy of Pleasure Prolonged. Isn’t she a sweetheart? :great:
And Kaisquared…he feeds you??? I’m in awe.
Ahhh…thanks Debbie!! You’re so sweet.
If you already have Pleasure Control then I’d be happy to replace it with Pleasure Prolonged.
Have a great time partying with Sasha today everyone. I just recieved my box of Rita books to judge and I’m about to dig in. Yay!!
sorry to interrupt; Sasha, I sent a private e-mail to you about the scavenger hunt and not understanding exactly what you want for #1, could you please explain and thanks.
Mmm, she’s right about the celery. I’m so into scents too!
Congratulations Sasha! The site looks great! Fantastic redesign!
xoxo,
nina
For me it’s not Chili, but Curry. Love chocolate! But if I think of Edible Aphrodisiacs, peaches are the first thing that come to my mind (and the juice… and licking…). 😀
Hey Robyn!
I replied. Must’ve got lost in cyber space. ❓
Okay, Your question was about #1 onthe scavenger hunt. Lexy Is a main character in THE CRIB, and she also makes a small cameo appearance in one of my other novellas. Which one is it? The answer is on the site. 🙂
I love the scent of Pumpkin Pie, or spicy vanilla. Yum!!
Wow, Cathryn, I didn’t know all that stuff.
For me it’s definitely chocolate
Sorry all that I am late on the party. My sleep pattern is all messed up I decided to lay down at 11 a.m was planning to wake up in time for the party but didn’t until now soooooo sorryyyyyy Sasha & everyone.
I have this book read it and loved it. Someone is in for a real treat who ever wins this book. Love Cathryn Fox’s work.
Hugssss
Linda.H.
No worreis Linda! The party is still on. Chceck throuhg allthe other posts too. And Cathryn has said if you have Pleasure Control, and you win, she’ll give Pleasure Prolonged, teh next book in the series. Thw winner will be drawn just before the end of the party. (Whichis 5 EST)
:jump: Chocolate will always be my first love!! :inlove:
I’d love to read this one too!
There you go Stephanie!
WTG!!! Aren’t you glad you visited Sasha??
Enjoy! :great:
Congra’d s Stephanie. Sasha have the second book already also 😆
Hugssss
Linda.H.