People use aphrodisiacs since thousands years to improve the sexual performance and for greater pleasure. Meanwhile there also foods that can reduce the libido and the sexual activity. Let’s see what are these foods we should avoid eating on days when we plan to have sex.
Coffee
Having a coffee in not prohibited and a coffee in the morning is a must have for most of us. But too much coffee will surely harm your sexual abilities. Caffeine raises the cortisol level in human body, what is a stress hormone and it won’t allow you to get relaxed enough for sex also will lower your libido.
Anything too salty
Too salty snacks like french fries or movie popcorn will increase water retention and bloating in human body. The blood flow have important influence on orgasm at women and also on erection at men. Too much salt will make it more difficult to get it.
Fruits
Fruit are one of the most healthy meals that are containing fructose, minerals and vitamins, but fruits digests very quickly what can lead to cramping, gas and general discomfort. That’s why we should think in advance when eating fruits before sex.
Alcohol
Alcohol is the most current legal drug. Many people drink it to get relaxed, to overcome inhibition, but it can be true only in very little amounts. In fact, drinking alcohol will harm your sexual life. Wine and beer increases the levels of melatonin, which is also know as the sleep hormone. Alcohol can also cause erectile difficulties, inhibit orgasms, and premature ejaculation.
Mint
Mint is great before kissing, but studies show it can put a damper on your desire and energy for a quick romp. And chewing peppermint gum is an added buzzkill because you tend to swallow air, which leads to more gas.
Carbonated beverages
If you’re sensitive to carbonation, stay away from tonic water and sodas before dating. Belching is the last thing you want is be doing during a romantic night.
Cruciferous vegetables
Eating cruciferous vegetable is highly prospering for healthy life as they are perfect sources of phytonutrients what may help prevent disease and keep your body working properly.
But not before sex as unfortunately Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, and broccoli are all methane-producing foods and they can make you really gassy.
Soy
More testosterone will increase the sex drive for both men and women. But excessive amounts of soy in the diet can cause a hormonal imbalance. Men who consume more than 120 milligrams of soy a day can have a significant decrease in testosterone.
So what should we eat before sex? First of all we should know how reacts our body for different types of meals, then we can plan in advance the meals for the days we desire to have sex. In general eggs are good choice as they balance hormones and promote a healthier libido, we can also eat anything high in zinc (oysters, pumpkin seeds) or Omega-3s, like fish and nuts.