Oysters as aphrodisiacs

Casanova claimed to eat 50 oysters for breakfast every day and swore they were the reason for his boundless energy and libido.

 Legend has it that Casanova, the famed 18th century lover, fueled up on raw oysters every morning to maintain his stamina. Casanova became best known for having seduced more than 100 women, which he audaciously wrote about in his memoir. But, are oysters really effective as aphrodisiacs? Maybe. Oysters contain high levels of zinc, a mineral important in production of testosterone, sperm production, and immune function. Oysters also contain large amounts of the amino acid called tyrosine, a nutrient that plays a part in the production of dopamine. Increased dopamine levels in the brain correlate to an increased libido. There is also a lot to be said for the placebo effect. If you love oysters and love eating oysters with someone you love, that may be all the aphrodisiac needed.