With just a little help from mother nature, you can enhance feelings of desire, raise romantic tension, and elevate your date night. Learn more about some of our favorite herbs to spice up your love life this Valentine's Day!

Natural Aphrodisiacs

Schisandra Berry

Schisandra is a lovely herb that can compliment and enhance the natural desire between you and your partner. This bright red fruit, also known as the "five-flavor berry," is used as an aphrodisiac due to its ability to increase blood flow, regulate hormones, and support neurotransmitters associated with pleasure. Schisandra also increases levels of nitric oxide, which is associated with improved sexual function and endurance. 

• Schisandra Berry
• Schisandra Berry Capsules

Rose

We all know roses are symbols of romance, but fewer realize that they can have a biological aphrodisiac effect as well. When used medicinally, rose is believed to enhance blood flow and balance hormonal response, potentially leading to increased libido. Rose is also thought to reduce stress and heighten pleasure, and the aroma given off by roses has been shown to activate the limbic system, which is the portion of the brain responsible for emotion and feelings of desire.

• Rose Buds & Petals
• Rose Powder
• Rose Water by Starwest Botanicals
• Rose Water by Heritage Store

Holy Basil (Tulsi)

Holy Basil is well-known as a stress-relieving herb due to its adaptogenic properties and its ability to increase activity of neurotransmitters such as dopamine and serotonin. These same properties make the herb an effective aphrodisiac, leading to increased capacity for pleasure. Holy Basil can also improve blood circulation, increase stamina, and balance hormone levels. Traditionally, it is believed that Holy Basil can strengthen feelings of love and promote emotional bonding.

• Holy Basil
• Holy Basil Extract
• Holy Basil Essential Oil

Damiana Leaf

Damiana is one of the most well-known herbal aphrodisiacs, and for good reason! Damiana can help stimulate your body's nerve endings, producing a heightened sensitivity to touch. It also improves blood flow, especially to erogenous zones, and regulates hormones involved in arousal, such as estrogen and testosterone. Damiana can provide a boost of energy and reduce stress, both of which help to increase libido.

Cacao

First roses, now chocolate: you're beginning to see why these have become Valentine's Day symbols! Cacao (or cocoa) contains phenylethylamine, also called "the love molecule," so named because of its connection to feelings of excitement and attraction. In addition, it boosts levels of dopamine and serotonin, further enhancing feelings of pleasure and happiness. Cacao also enhances blood flow, and high levels of magnesium help those who consume it to relax both physically and mentally.

• Raw Cacao Powder by Healthy Truth
• Raw Cacao Nibs by Healthy Truth
• Cacao Powder by Sunfood Superfoods
• Cacao Tea by Taste Artisan Chocolate

Cordyceps

The cordyceps mushroom is well renowned for its energy-boosting properties, making it excellent for preventing fatigue and increasing sexual stamina. As a vasodilator, cordyceps improves blood flow all throughout the body, and the mushroom can even boost testosterone levels, which are important for a healthy sex drive in both men and women.

• Cordyceps Powder by Healthy Truth
• Cordyceps Powder by Host Defense
• Cordyceps Capsules by Host Defense
• Cordyceps Extract by Host Defense
• Cordyceps Tea by Bravo Mushroom Teas

Aphrodisiac Formulas

Dr. Christopher's Herbal Libido Formula

Nulife Herbs® Herbal Niagra

Nulife Herbs® Love Passion #9

Anima Mundi® Euphoria

Herb Pharm® Female Libido

Herb Pharm® Male Vitality

LifeSeasons Therapeutics® Masculini-T

Numi® Damiana Relax Tea

This tea blend can help you to relax and unwind while also heightening emotions and feelings of pleasure.

Organic India® Tulsi Cinnamon Rose Tea & Tulsi Sweet Rose Tea

Conquer You Cacao™

Conclusion

The connection to those we love can be our greatest source of joy, and nurturing our relationships is a fantastic way to improve the quality of our lives. If you learned something new from our blog today, we hope you are able to use some of these herbs and formulas to sweep your partner off their feet next date night!

Dr. Christopher's Herb Shop hopes you have a happy Valentine's Day and wishes you happiness and love all year long!