Before sex,there are several worst and best foods to eat. These foods can either affect your performance in bed or simply increase your appetite for explosive performance.
Every one of us would want to feel it when having intimacy, but for us to enjoy, we must in our best selves. Here are the foods that can either accelerate or slow down your performance.
- Ginger
Whether you incorporate it into a recipe or opt for ginger chews, this can be a great pre-threesome pick. “Ginger has that spicy zingy flavor, which gives you a little tingle that kind of reminds you of the experience of sex,” Abbey Sharp, R.D. with Abbey’s Kitchen, tells SELF. And if you’re freaking out a little about the activities on the agenda, you’re in luck. “It also helps to sooth the stomach and aid in digestion in case you’re feeling a bit nervous about the experience,” says Sharp.
- Watermelon
This fruit contains an amino acid known as citrulline, which may make sex feel better. “It’s potentially beneficial during sexual activity because it helps increase nitric oxide, a substance that helps blood vessels dilate to promote blood flow,” Jamil Abdur-Rahman, M.D., board-certified ob/gyn and chairman of obstetrics and gynecology at Vista East Medical Center in Waukegan, Illinois, tells SELF. That’s clutch for sex because increased blood flow can help boost clitoral sensitivity and vaginal lubrication.
- Cucumber
“Cucumber is really high in water, which can help keep you hydrated in case things get a little steamy,” says Sharp. “Whether it’s a marathon or just a sprint, you’re going to want to make sure you stay well-hydrated before you get going.” As a bonus, if you made cucumber-based appetizers, your threesome partners would definitely be like, Wow, this is one classy woman, so lucky she’s going to be all up in my stuff later.
- Dark chocolate
This not-so-sweet treat may boost your mood thanks to cocoa’s polyphenols, according to a 2013 study in Journal of Psychopharmacology. That study showed no relation with cognitive function, but a longitudinal study in the May 2016 issue of Appetite did. Habitual chocolate-eating was associated with things like “visual-spatial memory and [organization],” according to a Washington Post interview with the lead study author—including doing two things at one time, which is exactly what you’re about to take on. (To be clear, popping some dark chocolate before a threesome won’t suddenly make you a multitasking sexual savant, but if three-ways are going become a habit, might as well make it a habit dipped in dark chocolate.)
- Bananas
Unlike many other fruits, bananas don’t have as much fructose or sorbitol, both of which can cause gas, says Sharp. “They’re also high in potassium, which may help counterbalance a sodium-rich date-night dinner
Bananas are among the best recommended foods for individuals planning to have memorable experience in bed
- Coconut oil
This delicious beauty does double-duty. Firstly, it’s a great lube option—as long as you’re not using latex condoms. (The oil increases the likelihood of breakage, but if, say, you’ve all been tested or you’re in a committed, polyamorous relationship, then enjoy the slippery bareback ride(s).) Eating foods with coconut oil can also offer a boost before the action begins. “Coconut oil has medium-chain triglycerides, which are available almost immediately for the body to use as energy,” says Abdur-Rahman. Of course, it’s also rich in calories, so if you’re looking to maintain or lose weight, be aware of your intake.
- Finger foods in general
Sharp makes an excellent point: “Eating with your hands is inherently sensual,” she says. “You want the end of the night to be dirty and spontaneous. Foods that require touching, licking, and putting your fingers in your mouth are so much hotter than using a fork and knife.” May we suggest feeding each other, laughing at how semi-cheesy that is, but getting turned on all the same?
Worst foods to eat before sex
- Cauliflower, kale, and other cruciferous vegetables. Your body has a hard time digesting these, especially when they’re raw, says Sharp. “These are the kind of farts that have the power not just to kill a mood, but an entire relationship,” she adds. (OK, yes, people will still like you if gas escapes during the threesome, but it’s good to keep in mind.)
- Soy sauce. Anything with a lot of salt can make you retain water and feel bloated, says Sharp.
- Sparkling water or wine.”Carbonation tends to cause a bloated belly and lots of gas in the gut,” says Sharp. “Too much of any booze, in general, can be a bit of a downer. Opt for just one drink to allow yourself a bit of a buzz if you need it.”
- Coffee. Yeah, it’ll make you need a bathroom ASAP. “If you’re at that stage where you’re cool going number two at your partner’s place before a threesome, then go for it, but this may be an uncomfortable scenario for some women,” says Sharp.
- Beans. They’re delicious, but since they cause what Sharp calls “an excessive amount of gas,” this is just a given.
- Alcohol. Excessive alcohol consumption can greatly impact on your performance in bed.However,less consumption can result to electrifying performance.
