Patient's question:
I'm feeling increasingly inadequate in the bedroom. Often, I can't get erect at the beginning, and my erection isn't as firm as it used to be. I don't know if it's because I'm too tired from work or if there's really something wrong with my body. Can coffee improve sexual function?Doctor's answer:
Coffee has quietly entered the homes of Chinese people in recent years as a "Western beverage." It is also a stimulant that, to some extent, significantly enhances one's sensitivity to the external world or oneself. Therefore, after drinking coffee, the impression of sexual pleasure during sexual activity becomes particularly vivid. The stimulating effect of coffee can greatly increase sexual arousal, significantly boost libido, prolong the time of sexual climax, and its effects on women are more pronounced than on men. Some people abroad believe that drinking a cup of coffee every day can increase libido and significantly enhance sexual function! However, coffee is a stimulant, and excessive consumption does no good for the body. It can keep a person in an excited state even after sexual activity, which is beneficial for complete physical and mental recovery. In recent years, many experiments abroad have discovered that high doses of coffee have a drastic effect. Therefore, experts advise that coffee should not be consumed long-term or in excessive amounts—less is better.