Plant-Based Passion: Why Vegans Have Better Sex

A 2020 survey found that 84% of vegetarians are satisfied with their sex lives, compared to 59% of meat eaters. But most importantly, 95 percent of the vegan participants said they were satisfied.

Red meat can become a filling meal that often leaves you feeling sluggish and sleepy, which is not the sexiest mood. While vegetables do not cause puffiness or fatigue in the same way. In fact, research shows that there is a link between the B vitamins found in spinach, Brussels sprouts, and oranges and serotonin production. It is one of the chemicals in your brain that makes you happy.

But wait, we all know the saying about beans and it's true, beans can cause flatulence. Not suitable for a romantic evening. What is the best meal to eat before jumping into bed?

“The Mediterranean diet has long been known to support a healthy heart, but research has also shown that these benefits can extend to sexual health as well, reducing the risk of erectile dysfunction and maintaining sexual function,” explains London-based nutritionist Lily Sutter, who works with Future. Farm.

“So if you eat less meat, moderate amounts of fish and dairy, a little red wine, and emphasize plant-based foods, things will definitely work out better in the bedroom.”

She adds that if you're worried about baked beans on toast, opt for green beans, rice, or quinoa, which are less likely to give you gas during those intimate moments.

“What’s more, red and processed meats seem to have the biggest environmental impact of any food. Changing our diet to include more plant-based protein could even help cultivate a more sustainable diet,” says Sutter.

When it comes to sex drive, this is another point that can be backed up by scientific research. Going vegan can increase your serotonin levels, which essentially makes you more energized. Experts also link serotonin levels to levels of oxytocin, the "love hormone" that creates stronger feelings of intimacy and affection.

A recent study by the health food chain Holland & Barrett found that 35% of Londoners who eat a vegan diet have increased libido.

People who avoid animal products smell "significantly" better than those who don't.

Sex and relationship expert Annabelle Knight agrees, adding that veganism can even affect how we taste and smell.

“Switching to a plant-based diet can improve your smell and taste. A 2006 body odor and diet study found that people who avoid animal products smell "significantly" better than those who don't, and - as a sexual note for those with a penis - your sperm will also taste much better. !” she says.

“There is evidence that men with a diet rich in fresh fruits and vegetables have sweeter-tasting semen. For example, the chlorophyll in foods like celery and parsley makes them great choices. On the contrary, red meat is known to make semen taste salty.”

Thus, according to the University of Oxford, going vegan is not only the "most effective way" to reduce environmental impact, but could also be the key to improving relationships.