2006-07-21 09:20:02 · 29 answers · asked by vidalliendo21 3 in Society & Culture ➔ Cultures & Groups ➔ Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender
Well, they aren't really food, ya know.
2006-07-21 09:22:19 · answer #1 · answered by Meredith L 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They are made of latex and that's just what latex smells and tastes like. Unfortunately, they need to be flexible and strong and not prone to leaks.
Prior to the introduction of latex condoms, condoms were made from sheep intestine, and while I don't know what they tasted like they didn't have the smell. Even when latex became popular the Ramses and Trojan Natur-Lamb condoms made from intentine were popular (though premium priced). While they were effective in preventing pregnancy and most STD's with the onset of AIDS, it was discovered that the virus which causes AIDS, HIV was small enough to pass through the lamb intestine walls, and they have fallen off in popularity. I do believe you might still be able to get them.
For people who are alergic to latex, a couple of companies have come up with a latex-free condom made of poly-propelene or some such substance. They feel and look like the material a Baggie sandwich bag is made from. The problem with them is that they are neither as flexible, nor as strong. I guess they would smell and taste more neutral, like a Baggie.
There are flavored condoms, or flavored lubes to use with a condom, but I have yet to have a pleasant taste when eating latex.!
2006-07-21 18:30:13 · answer #2 · answered by michael941260 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The smell could be the latex. Do you find it similar to that of a glove in a doctor's office? It could also be the spermicidal lubrication on the condom. if you're using condoms for oral sex (which is a very wise thing to do), you should get some that are not lubricated.
2006-07-21 21:55:20 · answer #3 · answered by Speedo Inspector 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do I need to mention that you don't eat them??
Probably has to do with the fact that most condoms are latex, and treated so that any lubricants used during sex won't break them down. I have heard of flavored condoms, but since I'm a lesbian I don't know too much about those.
2006-07-21 17:14:12 · answer #4 · answered by Autumn BrighTree 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I do not think they are nasty at all. I have had a lot of fun using them, so I have good associations with the smell and taste (except for the lubes and spermicides, of course).
2006-07-24 15:18:28 · answer #5 · answered by fall2005buseng 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some have a spermicide on them nonoxyl 9. If they are unlubricated ones it may be the latex that you are smelling. If you are concerned, I would suggest the flavored ones!
2006-07-21 16:34:58 · answer #6 · answered by desertmoonwoman 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
becasue there made of latex wich is a type of plasic or ruber... and all rubber products tend to have a funny smell... u might want to try a flavored condom if u dont like the taste
2006-07-21 22:16:53 · answer #7 · answered by Amanda 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why are you putting condoms in your mouth for? And of course they are going to smell look where you just put it.
2006-07-21 20:18:45 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
the spermicide is what tastes nasty and/or the latex. try the flavored ones.
don't pay any attention to the dorks with the comments about not eating them. they obviously don't practice safe sex. :)
2006-07-21 17:18:01 · answer #9 · answered by luvbuggies 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Uh, they make them in flavors...
The mint ones even smell like mint when you open the package. Try those.
2006-07-21 19:14:26 · answer #10 · answered by midnightdealer 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Who uses condoms for oral, anyway? Echhh!
2006-07-21 17:26:11 · answer #11 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋