Foods to Avoid on a Date

Julie, from Can't Hardly Date, blogs about her hilarious online dating experiences.  The blog made me think about foods to avoid when you first start dating someone.

Watch out for the following:

1. Messy foods:  Major turnoffs include food all over your face and licking fingers clean. Try to avoid eating messy foods such as ribs, chicken wings, lobster, tacos, soup (if you tend to slurp) and big sushi rolls (stick to one-bite pieces).


2. Food stuck in your teeth:  Limit spinach, corn and foods with seeds that can easily get lodged.  Try to swish water in your mouth when your date isn't looking. If you are really worried, bring floss with you for a quick trip to the restroom.

3. Purple teeth: Some people's teeth become stained very easily from red wine. If this is you, stick to other drinks such as white wine, beer or a clear cocktail.


4. Gas:  If you have bad gas, there is no date #2.  Before the date and during the meal, limit foods you can't tolerate such as beans, prunes, raw veggies, high fat, spicy foods, and milk (for some people).  You don't want to end up like this guy who was in the bathroom three times during the date....yikes!


5. Get a good night kiss: Avoid bad breath!  Stay away from heavy onions, garlic or spices; foods that limit bacteria growth include fruits, veggies and cheese.  Keep a pack of sugar-free gum such as Trident in your pocket or purse for an easy breath refresher.  Don't smoke (unless your date smokes too)!

Bottom line:  Choose foods that you can eat with a fork and knife, swish your mouth with water after dinner and pop a piece of sugar-free gum.  Keep these tips in mind and you just might make it to date number two!