8 Foods To Stay Away From On A First Date (2 of 3)

Fried foods

Frankly, you should avoid eating fried foods even when you aren’t going on a first date, but it’s especially important on that big night. It’s not just that fried foods are unhealthy, they sap your energy, making you feel sluggish. Who’s going to be in the mood to spend the evening with a guy if you’re not feeling well? Baked, broiled, sauteed, and steamed are all great alternatives.

Kale, broccoli, and cabbage

We wholeheartedly endorse eating healthy vegetables such as kale, broccoli, and cabbage as often as possible in order to maintain a healthy weight and keep your heart happy… but just not on Date Night. They are full of raffinose, a complex sugar that doesn’t digest until bacteria in your gut ferment it.

Dairy products

You might be thinking, “But wait! I’m not lactose intolerant. So what’s the harm in me eating dairy products on the date?” The first reason is that you’re most likely feeling a bit anxious going into the date, and as a result your digestive system is already working against you. Since dairy is difficult to digest no matter what, this only increases the odds that you’ll feel bloated or gassy.