The aroma of pumpkin can act as an aphrodisiac for men. Specialists are of the opinion that this aroma leads to sexual arousal and increases the libido of the stronger sex. 31 men between the ages of 18-64 took part in a study. The participants were given to inhale 24 different scents, during which time their sexual arousal was measured using plethysmography. This is a device that measures blood flow within an organ or the entire body. For the purpose of the study, the plethysmograph reads the blood flow in the penis. The results showed that of all 24 scents, 40% of the participants were most aroused by the scent of pumpkin and lavender. The aroma of pumpkin and donut has an arousing effect on 20% of men. Vanilla and the scent of cinnamon rolls also have this effect on some men. The aroma of strawberry acts as an aphrodisiac for men who are completely satisfied with their sex life. It is extremely interesting to note that each of the 24 scents was arousing to some degree in the participants. Even cranberry, whose aroma is not as attractive, increased blood flow to the male penis of the participants by 2%. NEWS_MORE_BOX Researchers are of the opinion that for problems with erection and arousal, men can use various scented candles, sticks and other products with the smell of cinnamon, pumpkin, vanilla. Of course, in case of more serious problems and erectile dysfunction, consultation with a doctor and more serious treatment is necessary, experts explain. It is still not clear why scents have such a strong effect on a man’s arousal. It is possible that the pleasant smell directly activates the pleasure centers in the brain, or that the effect is purely psychological, caused by a pleasant memory. For this purpose, additional research in this direction is needed, explains the research team. Apart from the aroma, pumpkin consumption also has its benefits for the health of the male reproductive system. A number of studies have found that pumpkin improves the function of the prostate gland, reduces problems with urination and erection. Pumpkin seeds are high in zinc, which helps increase levels of the male sex hormone, testosterone.