According to a new book by the website How Stuff Works slathering in "pumpkin pie" can help people increase their sex appeal.
'The Real Science of Sex' delves into various aspects of love and attractiveness to explain the science behind it all, including some surprising revelations about the things that make us more desirable, New York Post reported.
When looking to meet men, the scent of pumpkin pie can serve as a powerful aphrodisiac. But if looking to meet women, chew on some good and plenty candies for the greatest effect.
For men, the smell of pumpkin pie increases blood flow to the penis by an astounding 40 percent followed by the smell of buttered popcorn at 9 percent, and the scent of cheese pizza at 5 percent, while for women, the smell of Good and Plenty candy (licorice) combined with the scent of cucumber created the greatest increase in blood flow to the vagina.
When dealing with heartbreak, many people chose to wallow in sad songs that remind them of their lost loves. While this can feel pathetic, science says it's the way to go.