The Foods that You Never Knew Were Aphrodisiacs

 while you may need some strong, minty mouthwash to disguise the tell-tale odor of garlic once you consume it, there are actually several qualities in this pungent powerhouse that are beneficial. Specifically, garlic is rich in arginine, an amino acid which is a precursor to the production of nitric oxide. What does nitric oxide do, you ask? It dilates blood vessels and makes sure that there’s adequate blood flow all over your body. Take from that what you will, but the moral of the story is, don’t be so quick to pass on that garlicky appetizer.