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STOP dipping those strawberries in chocolate for a moment. Pump the brakes on that whipped-cream bikini.

If you want to make the most of your next sexual encounter, you should watch what you eat in the lead-up.

There’s a range of foods that will increase your blood glucose level, leading to fatigue and a lower sex drive.

Here's what the good and the bad:

Bad - Hot dogs

It looks suggestive, but throwing back a wiener will not guarantee a good time.

The high saturated fat content clogs the penile and vaginal arteries, which is obviously sub-optimal when it comes to pleasure.

Not to mention, they're generally made of low-grade meat, and lead to high rates of inflammation which can send your hormones out of whack.

Bad - Hot chips

Why is something so good just so bad for us?

If you're planning to get down, you'd best dodge the chippies today. As with hot dogs, the trans-fats are shocking for testosterone and circulation.

And the high salt content can make it trickier for men with high blood pressure to stay erect.

And for healthy people, the salt content can cause bloating - the least sexy thing your body can do besides farting.

Go for a baked tater instead. Your body will thank you for the feel-good chemical dopamine.

Bad - Vending machine snacks

You might be fanging for a Snickers, but the spike in your blood sugar will subside and then you'll be hungrier than ever.

For a snack, opt for raw nuts or raw veggies.

Bad - Mint

Fresh breath is a must-have for sex, but getting yourself into mint condition could hurt your performance in the sack.

The menthol in peppermint has been shown to reduce testosterone, which sends your sex drive crashing.

And chewing gum is no better. The mastication brings air into your system, making you burp. Not hot.

Good - Bananas

It's the vitamin B in bananas that boosts your sexual performance. It increases your energy production and reduces stress.

There's a bunch of other good stuff in every banana, like tryptophan (an amino acid that helps produce our feel-good hormone, serotonin), potassium (used to produce sex hormones), and bromelain (an enzyme that improves blood flow and increases libido).

Good - Pumpkin and sunflower seeds

Men, these will boost our zinc levels, which are crucial for improving sperm health and testosterone levels.

They're also full of health fats, vital for sexual health.

Good - Celery

Is your diary a little empty? Bring celery back to your diet, gents.

Eating celery can increase the pheromone androsterone, which is a natural aphrodisiac found in men's sweat.

Also, it can help dilate blood vessels, which increases sex drive and enhances climax.

Got any good pre-shag food tips? Let us know below!

Source: news.com.au