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FAQs - TUNING & TAKING CARE OF THE VOICE INSTRUMENT
What kinds of foods or drinks should I avoid before singing?
Our voice organ enjoys room temperature water more than any other food or liquid, but if you wish to consume other items just prior to singing, these are all items you should avoid:
Coffee / Tea / Soda
These items contain caffeine which dries out the voice organ. Remember - if the vocal folds and membranes become dry, you will not be able to sing well. Keep them hydrated at all times!
Sorry, this includes chocolate too.
All Dairy Products
Dairy products coat the voice organ with mucous. Not a good thing. Avoid milk, ice cream, pudding, cream soups, etc.
Popcorn / Peanuts
Items such as these can leave small pieces of debris floating around the voice organ area. It is not uncommon for these food pieces to interrupt a strong vocal tone -- with no notice. So accept this advance warning and steer clear!
What kinds of foods or drinks should I avoid before singing?
Our voice organ enjoys room temperature water more than any other food or liquid, but if you wish to consume other items just prior to singing, these are all items you should avoid:
Coffee / Tea / Soda
These items contain caffeine which dries out the voice organ. Remember - if the vocal folds and membranes become dry, you will not be able to sing well. Keep them hydrated at all times!
Sorry, this includes chocolate too.
All Dairy Products
Dairy products coat the voice organ with mucous. Not a good thing. Avoid milk, ice cream, pudding, cream soups, etc.
Popcorn / Peanuts
Items such as these can leave small pieces of debris floating around the voice organ area. It is not uncommon for these food pieces to interrupt a strong vocal tone -- with no notice. So accept this advance warning and steer clear!