The fast-paced world that we live in affects every aspect of our lives, making us feel fatigued and emotionally drained. Sometimes, we just get so busy that we have no time to stop and cook a healthy, wholesome meal, and instead rush off to the nearest drive-thru on our way to another meeting.

However, this kind of lifestyle is not a healthy one, and eating greasy, unhealthy foods can have a negative impact on your sex life. Research has shown that fast foods and a lack of vitamins can lead to a rapid decline in female libido, resulting in numerous intimacy issues between couples. Below is a list of the benefits that eating healthily will have on your sex life:

  • The body has to work constantly to cleanse itself from all of the harmful foods we put into it, such as French fries and cheeseburgers. Because it is forced to work so hard, the body becomes tired and despondent when it comes to sex, making the act seem laborious and tiresome, which is never a good thing where intimacy is concerned.
  • Eating healthily gives you a natural confidence boost and puts you in a good mood. This makes you more adventurous and more willing to try new things, resulting in a great deal of excitement and a very happy partner.
  • While erectile dysfunction pills are fantastic solutions to male sexual health problems, there are many healthy foods that stimulate blood flow and act as natural aphrodisiacs. Foods such as asparagus, oysters and cocoa are not only aphrodisiacs, but are also excellent sources of vitamins and minerals, all of which make for a wonderful sense of overall well-being.
  • Eating unhealthily will generally lead to weight gain. Not only does being overweight affect your confidence levels, but it also has a negative effect on your libido. Your body is governed by what you are feeling, so, although you may not realise it, your lack of confidence will result in a lack of libido.

What you eat and how often you exercise is an importance aspect of life and finding a balance between the two is of utmost importance. However, it is also just as important not to restrict yourself from having a treat every once in a while, so indulging in those cheeseburgers and chocolate shakes can be done in moderation.

February 11, 2014 — Colin Katz
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