4 Benefits Felt Drinking Coffee Before Making Love, Can Stamina Increase?

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JAKARTA - Coffee has long been known as a favorite drink that can provide energy boosts in the morning. However, in addition to refreshing stimulant effects, a number of studies have also shown that coffee can provide potential benefits for sexual life, especially for men.

The caffeine content in coffee is believed to increase stamina, improve erectile function, increase testosterone levels, and help relieve anxiety in sexual performance. However, scientific evidence is still growing, and coffee consumption still needs to be limited so that the benefits are optimal.

Here are 4 benefits that are felt to drink coffee before making love, as reported by the Verywell Health page.

1. Help Overcome Erectile Dysfunction

Erectile dysfunction (DE) is a fairly common condition experienced by men, especially as they get older. Some studies show caffeine in coffee can help overcome this condition.

Caffeine is known to work by relaxing plain muscles throughout the body, including blood vessels in the penis area, through a mechanism called actin depolymerization. This relaxation helps increase blood flow to the penis, which in turn can strengthen the erection.

A 2015 study involving more than 3,700 men shows men consuming 1.2 cups of coffee per day with a 42% lower risk of erectile dysfunction than those not consuming caffeine.

2. Improve The Testosteron Level

Testosteron is a male major hormone that plays a major role in sexual arousal, erectile, and stamina. Several studies have found that consumption of caffeine in low to moderate doses can slightly increase testosterone levels, especially when combined with physical activity.

A 2024 study on athletes found that caffeine consumed before exercise can increase testosterone levels after training. However, if consumed in excess (more than 400 mg per day), caffeine can actually lower this hormone content. Therefore, the balance of intake remains the key so that benefits can be felt optimally.

3. Increase Sexual Stamina

Caffeine has a stimulant effect on the central nervous system that can increase energy, alertness, and mood. This effect also has a positive impact on sexual stamina.

One mechanism is to block the adenosine monophosphate (AMP) effect, a compound that lowers cellular energy. By inhibiting AMP, caffeine helps maintain energy during sexual activity.

Consuming coffee about 3045 minutes before sexual activity is said to be able to increase stamina, because at that time the level of caffeine in the blood reached its peak. In doses between 40300 mg, caffeine can also improve overall focus and endurance.

4. Reduces Anxiety In Sexual Performance

Anxiety in sexual performance is a psychological disorder that can hinder a person's ability to enjoy sexual intercourse. This condition is often triggered by the fear of failure, low self-confidence, or pressure to satisfy a partner.

Although caffeine is not a cure for psychological disorders, a number of studies have shown that in men, caffeine in moderate doses can increase self-confidence and general welfare, which ultimately helps reduce mental stress during sexual activity.

However, it's important to note that this effect is not the same for everyone. In women, excessive caffeine consumption can actually increase anxiety, not reduce it.