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FOR WOMEN Vaginal health is an important aspect of any woman’s life. Many women struggle with some kind of vaginal issue at some point in their lives. Yeast and bacterial infections, urinary tract infections (UTIs), vaginitis, thrush, excessive discharge or vaginal dryness can make any woman miserable. 1. Greek Yogurt Eating Greek yogurt daily is great for maintaining vaginal health. It contains live and active cultures (Lactobacillus bacteria) that prevent disease-causing organisms from attaching to the vagina and produce chemicals like lactic acid that inactivate or kill other infection-causing organisms. It also helps maintain healthy pH levels in the body. 2. Lemon Lemons also support vaginal health as their acidic nature helps maintain the vagina’s healthy pH level. Antioxidants in it also help protect the cells from free-radical damage. In addition, it works as an immune booster to help your body prevent and fight any kind of infection. 3. Cranberry Juice Cranberry juice is great for improving your vaginal health. It helps balance the vagina’s pH level and its acidic property helps fight bacteria that cause UTIs, vaginal infections and other problems. 4. Garlic Garlic contains antimicrobial and antifungal properties that help prevent vaginal problems, such as itching, burning, odor, vaginal discharge and even UTIs. It also boosts the immune system, so that your body is ready to fight off any infection. 5. Avocado Avocado is another food that stimulates vaginal health. The healthy fats in avocado support healthy vaginal walls and keep it naturally lubricated. This helps prevent vaginal dryness as well as itching and burning. In addition, its vitamin B6 and potassium content support vaginal health. FOR MEN  1. Spinach  It increases blood flow to the penis. Spinach contains a lot of magnesium and reduces inflammation of the blood vessels, thus increasing the blood flow. Eating spinach on a daily basis will have similar effects as taking Viagra, as it will increase arousal and pleasure during the act. 2. Tomatoes  A research has shown that men who eat tomatoes have good sperm quality and low risk of developing prostate cancer. The credit must go to the antioxidant 'lycopene' present in the tomatoes, which not only boosts your manhood but also removes the toxins from your body. 3. Watermelon  It makes your erections harder, as it is rich in an amino acid called L-citrulline. This amino acid increases blood flow to the penis by producing nitric oxide in the body. Water melon is one of the best foods for your penis. 4. Carrots A surprise feature on this list is carrots, which help in improving sperm count and motility. Studies have proven that this particular vegetable, which is also low on calories and full of nutrients, can facilitate the ability of the sperms to swin towards the egg. An increase in the consumption of carrots, can lead to an improved sperm performance, by as high as 6.5 to eight per cent! This ability has been attributed to the supply of carotenoids and Vitamin A, by the carrots to the consumer’s blood stream. 5. Walnuts  Nuts, including pistachios, walnuts and peanuts are all rich in amino acid L-arginine, which facilitates the release of nitric oxide gas, responsible for widening the blood vessels to ensure good blood flow. buts are also great for maintaining low levels of cholesterol, which again ensures optimal blood circulation to the penile region.

1. Keep it clean Back to the basics ladies! Wash it regularly and thoroughly with plain water. Always remember to dry it properly and wipe from front to back and not the other way round.    2. Accept its Aroma Your vagina is your vagina and not a field of lilies… So it does not need to smell like one. Keep away from vaginal douches, scented wipes and the like. Your vagina has a self-cleaning mechanism and does not require you to use external cleaning agents. These actually interfere with the pH of your vagina creating a breeding ground for bacteria and infections.  3. Cotton undies all the way. It may not feel as sexy as a lacy one or a thong but cotton underwear helps keep your vagina dry and more importantly, allows it to breathe. It prevents the buildup of sweat and bacteria which in turn keeps your vagina clean and infection free. All hail cotton undies!    4. Eat clean For a healthy vagina, you need to eat well and eat clean. Cranberry juice, avocados, yogurt, apples, flax seeds, and almonds, help your vagina remain infection free. So eat like a queen, but eat well.    5. Change your pad/ tampon regularly Even if it isn’t fully soaked, it is a good idea to change a pad every 3-4 hours. When you are on your period, there is more chance of bacteria building up, in and around your vagina. So, make it a point to change your pad/ tampon regularly and wash your vagina meticulously before every change.