You’re not alone if you’re married and in a sexual rut. While dry spells are an inevitable part of any relationship, they provide little relief to couples who are going through one. There are several habits you should break that have a negative impact on your sex life.
Here are 10 habits you need to watch — that hurt your sex life
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You Added Weight
Is there a greater number on your scale than usual these days? Losing a few pounds can help you perform better in the bedroom, particularly if you’re a man. According to one study, men with a waist circumference of more than 40 inches are more likely to develop erectile dysfunction than men with slimmer stomachs. See 10 Amazing Home Remedies to Lose Belly Fats
You’re Too busy.
When life gets busy, sex is often the first thing to fall off the “to-do” list. Intimacy, on the other hand, should be a top priority in your marriage. It may sound like scheduling sex is a pain, but it might help you make sure you don’t put it off any longer. So make a schedule for yourself and stick to it. You’ll feel more connected, resulting in better bedtime sessions.
You Put Down Your Body
The comments you make on yourself — or hear from others — about your body have a significant impact on your self-esteem. When such messages are negative, your self-esteem suffers, as does your desire for sex. Break the habit of putting yourself down and try to focus on what you enjoy about yourself instead. Take good care of yourself and surround yourself with people that make you happy.
You Indulge in Unhealthy Foods
If you’re a junk-food junkie, you’re putting a lot of refined carbs, simple sugars, and saturated and trans fat into your body. This can cause your blood flow to slow down, affecting your ability to perform during sex. Cut out the junk and replace it with a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and plant-based protein (beans, nuts, and tofu). Plus, a better diet plan can provide you with more energy for sex.
You Consume Too Much Salt
When you eat salty foods on a regular basis, you are more likely to have high blood pressure, which can also drive down your sex drive. Avoid prepackaged foods, which are often high in sodium, and limit how much you add to the table. Instead, use herbs and spices to add flavor.
You’re Stressed
Everywhere, constant strain and stress wear you down. When you overload your body with stress hormones for an extended length of time, your health suffers, and your desire to have sex suffers as well. Try to figure out what’s bothering you so you can figure out how to deal with it. Making time for regular stress relief activities, such as a walk in the park, a yoga session, or laughing at your favorite comedy, is also a good idea.
You Forego Foreplay
Building up to sex can improve it, according to science. In one survey of nearly 8,700 people, both men and women said sex lasted longer when more types of stimulation were included beforehand. Who are the true engine revers? Masturbation and oral sex.
You Don’t Say Anything
Talk about it if something about your sex life is bothering you or if you have ideas for new things you’d like to try. Are you concerned about your spouse’s reaction to the conversation? Instead of focusing on your spouse’s thoughts and behaviors, try to frame them around your own. It’s better to begin your sentences with “I” rather than “you.”
You Take More Glass
A glass of beer or wine may help you unwind, but a night of drinking can leave you crashing and burning in your bed. When there is too much alcohol in your body as a men, system, you can have performance issues. Drink in moderation — no more than one drink per day for ladies and two drinks per day for men
You Always Smoke
There are a lengthy number of ways smoking is bad for your health, and one of them is reducing sexual desire. Tobacco chemicals can disrupt blood flow, causing sexual issues, particularly in men. Consult your doctor for advice on how to quit smoking.
