Ukrainian Aphrodisiacs

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The traditional Ukrainian folk medicine does not contain that many recipes for aphrodisiacs or "privorotnoye zelye",translated as "love potion". Ukrainian men possess great natural sexual powers and Ukrainian women are, in the same way, are supposed to be always interested and willing.

Thus, the major purpose of the Ukrainian love potions is not to increase the sexual capacity but to direct the desires towards a particular individual. Mostly. the love potions are used by women who want to attract the attention of specific members of the opposite sex. Another purpose of the love potions could be to increase fertility.

If all fails, at least you can fall back on playing the bandura. See pic.

Privorotnoye Zelye

 The most popular aphrodisiac turned out to be a mixture of sour cream and beer (1:1). This was the most popular of mixtures that the Kozaks used and they were able to salute for a minimum of 4 hours...if you know what I mean!



Hemp seeds

Hemp, in Latin Cannabis sativa, is a plant that is very popular in Ukraine and has many medical applications. As an aphrodisiac, the most powerful preparation according to popular believes are the roasted and salted hemp seeds. However, they should only be used by men.

It was customary to feed the bridegroom roasted hemp seeds during the wedding dinner. The seeds could be served as a part of a special wedding bread or as an ingredient of a wedding night drink.



Periwinkle

 An oil prepared from the flowers of Vinca major can increase the sexual capacity of man. It can either be consumed or applied externally.

A more traditional periwinkle recipe promotes increased sexual desire (to be used by men only!) is as follows:

Cover 20 grams of the fresh, blossoming plant with 250 ml of vodka or whisky and let the mixture simmer, covered, for at least 0.5 hour. Take 8 drops of the filtered potion twice a day for four days, then make a two day break after which you can continue taking the potion for another four days.

Nastoyka - Hutzel Golden Root

The roots of Rhodiola Rosea L. have been known as a powerful stimulant for centuries and were a favoured ingredient in many folk love potions.

The legendary Ukrainian prince Danila Galitsky (XIII century) who had a considerable reputation for remarkable amorous salutations used to say that he received his strength from the "Hutzel Golden Root" (it grows in the Carpathian mountains).

The primary use of the golden root is in the form of an alcoholic drink called "nastoyka". Fresh roots are mixed with 40% alcohol (vodka) and are kept in dark place for at least one week. It is better to let the extraction process continue for a few weeks. Use equal parts (by weight) of roots and alcohol solution.

A teaspoon of the resulting "nastojka" after breakfast, lunch and dinner for 2-3 weeks will produce remarkable effects both in men and women.

Golden root has recently been approved as an official Ukrainian medicinal drug. Its use and applications are similar to those of ginseng. One of Mrs. Zubar's acquaintances reported that he once drank a bottle of golden root "nastojka" (150 gr.) and had wonderful sex all night long. But three days later he had strong headaches and no desire at all.

Ruta Nastoyka

Ruta, in Latin Ruta graveolens L., is the most popular female aphrodisiac. There are numerous folk rhymes and songs about its ability to charm men. A must of love potions. Women drank a decoction of ruta, "ruta-nastoyka" to become loved and wanted.

According to a folk legend witches used to bring teenage boys to fields where the ruta was blossoming. The strong scent made the boys became extremely horny, whereupon they soon lost their virginity.

Even today experienced women meet their lovers near blossoming ruta fields because of the effect of the scent. "It is a must to have ruta in your garden .

Carrot and Celery

There is an old Ukrainian belief that carrot will increase the sexual capacity of a man. There is old Ukrainian saying: "If your husband is old and weak you must have him to drink juice from two big carrots and one celery". Celery is a very popular folk aphrodisiac in Ukraine.

"Lubistok"

Levisticum officinale, in Ukranian "lubistok" was and is still believed to be useful for attracting lovers. In Ukraine dried as well as fresh roots instead of the leaves. A bath containing leaves is recommended as relaxing treatment of when being tense and nervous.

Also, eating the genitalia of certain animals induces a stronger sex drive.The genitals of deer, especially the penis, which is good against bladder infections and blood in the urine.

"Prairie Oysters"

"Prairie Oysters, or bull testicles, are both a delicacy and a aphrodisiac. They’re supposed to be eaten raw, but you can sprinkle the testicles in a mixture of flour, salt, pepper and garlic and then saute them in a pan of hot oil.

"Royal Jelly"

Royal Jelly is a milky white substance that worker bees make and feed to the queen to aid her growth and development. Royal Jelly slows the aging process and allows the queen bee to live 5 to 8 years longer. The Kozaks used royal jelly as a cure for baldness, and guaranteed to give you a royal Kozak salute lasting many hours.