I was told to use a lot of lube for anal sexual activity. what lubes should i use? could i use certain household lubes i.e. vaseline, olive oil, etc.?

Be creative and safe: Assuming you are not intending to use anything that could irritate/burn/damage the anal skin and rectal cavity, you can be creative in your choice of lubes as most non-toxic household lubes are ok. However, the ideal scenario is use of a lubricated condom so that you are safe from sexually transmitted disease while still having a good time.

Dr Hammerstead agreed

H2O or silicone: Check out http://www.netdoctor.co.uk/ate/sexandrelationships/sex/200597.html & http://www.menshealth.com/sex-women/anal-sex-guide. Best for insertive partner to use/wear condom to minimize bladder infection risk. Avoid using Vaseline as condom lubricant as former breaks down latter. Once in anus, avoid venturing to other orifices w/o 1st changing condoms as this increase infection risk in receptiv

Dr Hammerstead and another doctor agreed