For centuries, certain foods and substances have been rumored to have aphrodisiac properties.Named after the ancient Greek goddess of love, Aphrodite, an aphrodisiac is a food or drink that increases sexual desire when consumed.How do they accomplish this task? Some aphrodisiacs reduce stress or increase blood flow, while others stimulate the production of dopamine in the brain - all of which help to boost your libido.So if you're planning a night of passion, make sure you include one (or all) of these ingredients on your menu - we'll leave the recipes up to you.