7 Trivial Habits That Can Damage Sexual Life

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JAKARTA - A healthy sexual life not only depends on the desire and emotional relationship with a partner, but is also greatly influenced by the everyday lifestyle.

Dr. Zilpah Sheikh, MD said that many small habits that are often taken lightly can actually have a big impact on sexual passion and performance.

Here are 7 habits that should be avoided if you want to maintain the quality of intimate relationships with your partner, as reported by the WebMD page.

1. Eating Unhealthy Food Too Often

Fast food, high sugar snacks, and processed foods that contain saturated fat and trans fat can slow blood flow in the body. This can have a direct impact on your sexual performance. Instead, choose a healthy diet by increasing the consumption of plant fruit, vegetables, and protein such as nuts, tofu, or tempeh. The bonus, a more energetic body will also make sex activity more enjoyable.

"Get rid of fast food and increase the consumption of plant fruit, vegetables and protein," said Dr. Zilpah.

2. Excessive Salt Consumption

Salty foods can increase the risk of high blood pressure. This not only endangers heart health, but can also reduce sexual arousal. Avoid packaged foods that are usually high in sodium and reduce the habit of adding excessive salt. Instead, use spices to increase flavor.

"Avoid packaged foods, which often contain a lot of sodium," explained Dr. Zilpah.

3. Uncontrolled Stress

Stress that is constantly able to make the body tired, both physically and mentally. High stress hormones in the long term will reduce sexual desire. Recognize the causes of your stress and find ways to manage them, for example by taking walks, yoga, or just watching funny films.

4. MISS Foreplay

Foreplay is not just a sweetener, but an important part of sexual intercourse. In a survey of nearly 8,700 people, respondents said that sex lasts longer and is more fun when it involves various forms of stimulation first, including oral sex and malnourished sex.

"Preparing yourself to have sex can make sex better," says Dr. Zilpah.

5. Too busy

Busyness can make sex shift from the priority list. In fact, maintaining intimacy with a partner is important to strengthen relationships. Schedule special time for sex can be a solution so that you and your partner don't keep delaying it.

6. Monotons and Not Trying New Things

If sex life starts to feel boring, it could get you caught up in your routine without realizing it. Try a new position, a different place, or other variations such as sensual massage or sex toys to refresh the sex toys experience.

"Try a new position or have sex at a place or an unusual time," said Dr. Zildah.

7. Not Open To Couples

Communication is key in healthy sexual intercourse. If someone gets stuck or you want to try something new, talk about it with your partner. Use a gentle approach, focus on your feelings, not on your partner's mistakes.