Why sugar is ruining your sex life
(and which things you can eat this Valentine's Day for a high libido)
When you say Valentine's Day, you say chocolate. You know: a big pile of milk chocolate, a romcom on repeat, and bubbles (preferably more than one glass). Whether you're devouring a box of chocolates or rescuing a chocolate cake from the trash SATC , something sweet belongs to the day, right? Well... Maybe not, actually. Because what turns out? When you shove all that junk into your mouth, that sugar bomb sabotages all your steamy plans. Forget about that sticky, hot night together: according to AG1, all that sweetness is not a love boost, but alibido killer . Oops. What you should skip (and what you should definitely stock up on), you can read here.. How does food affect our libido then?.
Well, it might be bad news, but you really have to believe it. According to dietitian and nutrition specialist Evan Lynch at AG1, what you eat and drink has a big influence on how much desire you have to dive between the sheets. When you consistently eat too little or don't get enough good vitamins and minerals, your body goes into standby mode due to the calorie deficit. Your body has to prioritize: what do we keep to survive? All the excess goes out. The first thing to be switched off is your libido. That's actually not so strange, because who has time to think about sex when you're starving or being chased by a lion? So you just have to eat well to avoid triggering this primal instinct.
Moreover, it's not just about eating enough, but also eating healthily. "Proteins and healthy fats are needed as building materials. Especially polyunsaturated fatty acids, like omega-3 fatty acids, are good for libido," explains Evan. "These stabilize cell membranes and hormone production." Mainly that last part affects your sex life. This is the key to boosting your libido, and unhealthy eating just happens to disrupt this hormonal balance. "Sugar causes your insulin levels to fluctuate, negatively affecting the hormone balance. In women, it can lead to a drier vagina. It also has a bad impact on your gut health, which lowers your libido in the long run.".
Is sugar the only culprit? No, not at all. Heavy, fatty meals, like a McDonald's meal, make you sluggish and tired. This makes you feel overstuffed and less inclined to make love.“
You'd better leave these libido killers in the supermarket.
And then with the most important news of the day: which things should you better not put in your shopping cart? You should avoid these things like the plague if you want a romantic evening with candlelight and a hot finale:
1. Chocolate, desserts, and other sugars:
Unfortunately, peanut butter. All these delicious things throw your hormones completely off balance, making you less inclined to hang out like Indiana Jones in bed.
2. Fatty products:.
Oh, before you ask: I'm not talking about healthy fats like avocado. It's really about those heavy fats like fries, fried snacks, McDonald's, puff pastries, etc.
From these products, you get more desire for sex.
Okay, so you have to avoid a lot. But what can you actually eat to boost your libido? Grab your notes, because these are the things you should put on your shopping list:
1. Legumes, oysters, and whole grains:
These may not be the sexiest foods, but they will really boost your libido. Your body thrives on zinc, which is found in these products. That substance will raise your testosterone levels. What does this do? It makes you aroused faster.
2. Dark chocolate, spinach, nuts, seeds, and bananas:.
These products have one thing in common: they contain magnesium. This is not natural viagra, but it does help your muscles relax and reduces your stress. This indirectly helps you get in the right mood.
3. Chili and spicy herbs:.
The capsaicin in chili peppers gives you endorphins. These happiness hormones speed up your heart rate, making your body active and alert, so you're ready for action.
4. Watermelon:.
Yes: this fruit contains citrulline, which is converted into arginine in the body. Since this relaxes the blood vessels, it can work like natural viagra and improve erections.
So dear people, you know it: a sex-tastic Valentine doesn't start in the bedroom, but in the stomach. Have fun.
5. Matcha.
That iced matcha with mango puree is definitely something you shouldn't pass up. Grab that drink on your way home, because the catechins in it improve your circulation. Good blood flow means you get aroused faster. So if you're having trouble getting in the mood? Now you know what to do.
6. Red meat.
Steak or other red meat contains a lot of zinc. This is a real libido booster. So it's definitely 'allowed' to eat a big piece of meat at your dinner.
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5. Matcha.
