This is for my Food lovers! So, there is one important thing to bear in mind as you devour that mouthwatering meal – is your Vagina a Foodie too? Because, when things go south down there with issues like bad odor, unusual discharge, or itch, just know that your Vaginal pH is off and you might have to rely on some of these meals to help get your pH back on track.
We’re going to be listing 20 meals that you can include in. your diet to make your Vagina say thank you! But before that, let us discuss what pH means. The term “pH” might sound like too much science to those who aren’t familiar with the term.
pH (power of Hydrogen) means a measure of how acidic or basic a substance or solution is. It is measured on a scale of 0 to 14. On this scale, a pH value of 7 is neutral, which means it is neither acidic nor basic. A pH value of less than 7 means it is more acidic, and a pH value of more than 7 means it is more basic.
For Vaginal pH, a balanced vaginal pH needs to stay between 3.8 and 4.2 The moment the balance gets disrupted for too long, bacteria have a chance to thrive and cause discomfort or even an infection.
What causes an imbalance? Anything with a high pH above 4.5, like douches or soaps with fragrances, can disrupt the natural acidity in your vagina. Even tight-fitting clothing that doesn’t allow air to circulate can cause pH changes below the belt by trapping sweat and moisture against your skin.
Your vagina is pretty good at protecting and cleaning itself, though. Learn how the Vagina is self-cleansing. Proper vaginal care, such as good hygiene, safe sex, regular gynecological visits, exercising regularly, and having any infections treated as quickly as possible, all play a role in keeping your pH in check. Water intake and diet modifications can also help, including adding Lactobacilli supplements, a type of probiotic to your routine.
But you may not realize that eating a healthy diet and choosing certain foods can also promote vaginal health. Yes, the Vagina uses natural secretions, immune defenses, and good bacteria to keep itself healthy but eating a healthy and balanced diet can also contribute positively to its general well-being. Certain food and drinks contain compounds that can improve your Vagina’s health condition.
Here is a list of some foods with key vaginal health benefits to keep things feeling healthy down there;
- Greek Yogurt: The Vagina is naturally acidic and the best food for Vaginal health are those with good Bacteria, which is why Greek Yogurt tops them all, I’m sure you didn’t know taking Greek yogurt can do wonders down there. It has the same good bacteria your vagina needs to maintain its healthy pH levels. Probiotics are good bacteria that live in your intestines and play an essential role in everything from mood and weight maintenance to balancing our immune system. And they’re particularly important for women’s vaginal health! It helps balance out your vagina’s pH levels to keep things fresh down there. Look for Greek yogurt with live and active cultures/probiotics today!
- Cranberry juice: Yes!! Your vagina needs cranberry juice to fight off bad bacteria that cause urinary tract infections. Taking Cranberry supplements is equivalent to drinking Cranberry juice, However, if you’re going to drink cranberry juice, be mindful of your sugar intake because that can increase your vagina’s pH levels and make you more prone to yeast infections. It’s yet another reason to stop eating so much sugar! Go for a natural, no-sugar-added brand to get the benefits. So pour one glass for yourself and one for your vagina. Cheers to a happy vagina!!
- Sweet potatoes: as sweet as the taste is, your vagina doesn’t mind benefitting from that sweet taste and the vitamin A it provides to stay vibrant and energized. It strengthens muscle tissues for strong, healthy Vaginal walls.
- Garlic: oops!!Sorry for taking you away from the sweetness of that awful taste. We’re not telling you to consume it in raw form (unless that’s your thing), but adding garlic to your meals can provide much TLC to your vagina. Garlic is known to be antimicrobial and can help fight yeast infections.
- Omega-3 Fatty Acid: Foods with omega-3 fatty acids(such as fish) promote heart health and circulation around the body. It is also important for the vagina, It keeps the blood flow pumping down there, which is a major boost for your sex drive. But that’s not the only thing that is beneficial to your lady parts. A 2010 study found that women who consumed a diet rich in these omega-3s were 22% less likely to develop endometriosis than those who didn’t.
- Soy: Where is Miss Wetty Wetty, this is for you. The phytoestrogens in soy help keep your vagina lubricated but don’t go for the overly processed stuff, Stick with the natural ones.
- Spinach: “Spinach is rich in magnesium, a mineral that decreases inflammation in blood vessels and increases blood flow,” explains Bjork. “Increased blood flow drives blood to the extremities, which, like Viagra, can increase arousal and make sex more pleasurable,” says psychotherapist and sex expert Tammy Nelson, Ph.D. “Women will find it is easier to have an orgasm, and men will find that erection comes more naturally.” So, hmm!! you and your partner-in-crime should have a spinach salad tonight!
- Broccoli: Broccoli may not be your favorite veggie in the basket, but this study may change your mind. A study from 2007 by Harvard researchers found that women who ate foods rich in flavonoid kaempferol like broccoli saw their risk for ovarian cancer reduced by a whopping 40%.
- Carrots: They’re more than just making your skin glow & clearer eyesight. In the same study, researchers found that women who consumed flavonoid luteolin (found in carrots, cabbages, and peppers) saw a 34% reduced risk of ovarian cancer. All I gotta say is pass the veggies, please!
- Black tea: The same study above found that women who drank black tea daily had a 31% reduced risk of ovarian cancer, due to tea’s high flavonoid content.
- Dark chocolate: Chocolate lovers say hi!! We just got a go-ahead order to eat more. The high-flavonoid kind is a great source of antioxidants and women who eat at least a square a day report increased desire and better overall sexual function.
- Flax: If you’re feeling a little dry before sex, try snacking on flax seeds. Flax contains a rich source of phytoestrogens that help increase your estrogen levels and lubricates the vagina, says a researcher Bjork.
- Nuts: Here is a reason why should go nuts for nuts! It’s because their health benefits don’t lie. Nuts like almonds and peanuts contain a rich source of vitamin E, which for your lady parts means strong vaginal walls and muscles, says Bjork. And stronger muscles are crucial for delivering a baby. Trust us, you’ll thank us in the delivery room. Another thing you should know about vitamin E? It combats dryness by hydrating your vagina’s mucous membranes, making it wetter, which is great for sex. We added Vitamin E to our products, you can check out our ingredient list.
- Red wine: Wine lovers! Get in here! If you noticed that your libido has gone AWOL, then grab a glass of red wine. Women who drank one to two glasses had heightened sexual desire compared to ladies who didn’t down any vino, a Journal of Sexual Medicine study found. (Just be sure to cut yourself off after your second glass; enjoying more than that didn’t stimulate any further arousal, and knocking back too much can stop the show before it starts.) What makes the elixir so beneficial is its rich antioxidant profile that triggers nitric oxide production in the blood, which relaxes artery walls and increases blood flow down south. Not to mention, red wine’s high flavonoid content could help with ovarian cancer prevention. We say cheers to that!
- Coconut Oil: And the “love under the coconut tree” story continues. Sure, coconut oil is yummy to eat, but this product shines when you introduce it to your sex life. Adding coconut oil down there doesn’t only get your vagina more lubricated, but its anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties do a great job of preventing yeast infections and improving things in the bedroom. Our Nectar Feminine Cleanser contains Virgin Coconut oil to help care for your delicates.
- Oysters: Oysters are full of zinc, and women with higher levels of zinc in their system have been shown to have a higher sex drive than those with lower levels. As a bonus, zinc has been known to help vaginal dryness, regulate your menstrual cycle, and fight infections.
- Fresh fruit and Veggies in general: Want fewer menstrual cramps? Better skin? Easier orgasms? In oranges, grapefruits & lemons, the flavonoids found in citrus fruits decrease the risk of ovarian cancer. The health benefits of eating diets that supply you with a variety of vitamins and minerals are good for your whole body, from your pinky toes to your Punani to your beautiful brain
- Kimchi: What is there not to love about Korean dishes? Kimchi, another probiotic, helps maintain your vagina’s pH levels to slightly acidic, says Bjork. Another plus to probiotics? They help ward off bad bacteria as well, keeping infections down there at bay.
- Kombucha: Like yogurt, kombucha drink is also alive (literally) with probiotics. These probiotics can restore a balance of bacteria in your body—and by consuming them, you may discover that your vagina tastes and smells better to you and others.
- Water: Yea! this shouldn’t be news to you, but gulping down water is probably one of the best things you can do to your lady bits. “Hydration is key for overall health, but also for the proper functioning of the vagina which has its self-cleaning system. Adequate water intake will increase lubrication, allow secretions to be released, and proper PH balance of vaginal tissues.”
So whenever you’re thinking of a nice meal to satisfy those cravings, make sure you also consider foods your vagina needs to be healthy and happy.