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How To Increase Your Libido And Sex Drive Naturally

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Low sex drive or poor libido could afflict people at any stage of their lives. When two couples have different sex drives, it might place a strain on their relationship.

Both the person with less sex drive and the partner with more sex drive might feel unfulfilled and guilty as a result of their relationship.

It is natural for sex drives to fluctuate over one’s life. It is also feasible to have a healthy sexual life at any age. 

If you are having a less rewarding sex life and having trouble increasing your libido, you might be interested in having a more meaningful sex life by learning how to boost your libido.

You could experiment with different supplements and lifestyle changes. In this article, we will be looking at what sex drive is and some of the many ways that can help you to increase your libido and sex drive naturally.

What Is Sex Drive?

The sex drive, also known as libido, refers[1] to an individual’s urge for sexual intimacy. A person having a high sex drive is more likely to think about sex and engage in sexual behavior regularly.

Someone having a low sex drive might not think about sex very much, therefore their sexual activity is likely to be infrequent.

What constitutes a low or strong sex drive has no definite medical definition. There is a wide range of sexual interest which is regarded as normal.

Determining whether you have a problem is a matter of determining whether your reality and expectations differ, or whether there has been a major change from what you consider typical for yourself.

A person’s sexual desire could alter throughout a relationship and time. There is frequently a honeymoon phase in which both partners have high levels of desire.

This paper[2] shows that the quantity of sexual desire in a relationship might wane over time. Each partner’s sex desire might come and go throughout a long relationship.

Ways To Increase Your Libido And Sex Drive Naturally

Here are some of the ways to increase your libido and sex drive naturally:

  1. Increase Your Physical Activity

    A lack of exercise could be one cause for your lack of sex drive. Exercise is beneficial for your health.

    Your doctor might recommend[3] that you do it or do more of it to help boost your libido.

    Exercising is a wonderful natural libido stimulant that you could obtain for free, whether it is jogging, yoga, or engaging in your favorite sport.

    Exercise is recommended by many health care providers as a strategy to feel more confident and at ease in the bedroom.

    A boxing class is one workout you might wish to try. Learning to box helps you gain confidence, which might lead to an increase in your sexual desire.

  2. Get Lots Of Rest

    A busy lifestyle makes it difficult to obtain a decent night’s sleep, which might leave you worried and tired during the day.

    For your body to function normally, you need to get enough sleep[4].
    Getting enough sleep[5] might help you increase your sexual desire.

  3. Coping With Mental Health And Stress

    Increasing your sex drive might be as easy as learning to cope with stress positively. Meditation is a wonderful approach to dealing with stress.

    There are numerous excellent materials available to assist you in developing a simple meditation practice.

    Stress[6] could be a sign that it is time to make some healthy lifestyle adjustments.

    It might help you lose weight and help your body relax if you have a good approach to managing stress.

  4. Hormone Therapy

    Reduced libido could also be caused by a hormonal imbalance[7]. Hormone replacement treatment might be recommended by your doctor as a way to help you achieve pleasant and healthy sex.

    Your health care physician will work closely with you to establish the type of hormone replacement therapy you require.

  5. Medication

    Your doctor might prescribe medication to help with your libido issues.
    Some people feel that herbal pills might help with libido issues.

    Though there is not enough evidence to back this up. Before considering any supplements or drugs, it is always a good idea to consult with your doctor.

  6. Consume A Healthy Diet

    People’s sex drive could be boosted by eating a balanced diet.
    This could promote heart health and good circulation while avoiding substances that might lower libido.

    The physical sexual function might be affected by cardiovascular disease and metabolic syndrome.

    The polycystic ovarian syndrome could also hinder libido by affecting hormone levels.

    A diet high in lean proteins, high in vegetables, and low in sugar might assist in preventing libido issues.

  7. Have Chocolate

    Chocolate has always been associated with desire, not only because of its delectable taste but also because of its ability to enhance sexual pleasure.

    The chemicals serotonin and phenylethylamine are released into your body when you eat chocolate. Chocolate might have mood-lifting and aphrodisiac properties[8].

    But keep in mind that  chocolate’s impacts on sexuality are likely psychological rather than somatic.

  8. Maintain A Healthy Relationship

    If you have disagreed with your partner, you are probably not in the mood for sex. Sensing emotional closeness is vital for women when it comes to sexual intimacy.

    Therefore, unsolved disagreements might have an impact on your sexual connection.

    Building trust requires honest and open communication. It is critical to avoid resentment from forming.

  9. Boost Your Self-Assurance

    How you feel about your body has an impact on how you feel about sex.
    You might have a negative self-image as a result of a lack of exercise and an unhealthy diet.

    These factors could make it difficult for you to enjoy and have sex.
    By focusing on your strengths rather than your weaknesses, you might improve your sex drive and self-esteem.

    You might also concentrate on the pleasure you get from sex.

  10. Take Your Herbs Every Day

    Adding a little garlic or basil to your meal when you sit down for a romantic dinner enlivens the senses due to the aroma of basil.

    Garlic includes a substance called allicin, which promotes blood flow.
    These effects might be beneficial to males suffering from erectile dysfunction.

    According to the study[9], Ginkgo Biloba is another herb that might help men with sexual problems to improve their desire. It is an extract made from the Chinese ginkgo tree’s leaf.

Consclusion

People’s libido and sexual drives vary widely due to natural factors. It is vital to remember that having a lesser libido than other individuals is not always a bad thing.

If a person wishes to improve their libido, however, there are a variety of strategies to attempt.

Exercising regularly, eating a good diet, focusing on enhancing intimate relationships, and lowering anxiety are a few of them.

Low libido is a multifaceted problem having physical, emotional, and psychological aspects.

Understanding the root of the problem could aid in the selection of the most appropriate treatment.

While a rapid shift in libido or low libido might indicate a medical problem, it is best to consult a doctor before attempting libido boosters.

9 References/Sources

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  1. Libido Available from: https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/healthyliving/libido
  2. Sexuality and Intimacy in Older Adults Available from: https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/sexuality-and-intimacy-older-adults
  3. Lia M. Jiannine An investigation of the relationship between physical fitness, self-concept, and sexual functioning J Educ Health Promot. 2018; 7: 57. Published online 2018 May 3. doi: 10.4103/jehp.jehp_157_17
  4. David A Kalmbach, J Todd Arnedt, Vivek Pillai, et al. The impact of sleep on female sexual response and behavior: a pilot study J Sex Med. 2015 May;12(5):1221-32. doi: 10.1111/jsm.12858. Epub 2015 Mar 16. Available from: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25772315/
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  7. Ahmed AlAwlaqi, Houda Amor, and Mohamed E. Hammadeh Role of hormones in hypoactive sexual desire disorder and current treatment J Turk Ger Gynecol Assoc. 2017 Dec; 18(4): 210–218. Published online 2017 Dec 15. doi: 10.4274/jtgga.2017.0071
  8. Beatrice A Golomb and Brinton K Berg Chocolate Consumption and Sex-Interest Cureus. 2021 Feb; 13(2): e13310. Published online 2021 Feb 12. doi: 10.7759/cureus.13310
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