5 Ways to Enhance Female Libido
Last reviewed: 23.04.2024
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Most women had cases when they felt a decrease in sexual desire. If the sexual libido leaves much to be desired, then there are several ways to regain the joy of sex and increase your sexual appetite.
The reasons for reducing sexual desire in women are many, odako all of them are divided into physiological and psychological. Often the decrease in libido is associated with the onset of menopause, but even if it's not about age, many women hesitate to discuss their intimate life with the doctor. Many drugs, in fact, can only aggravate the problem. If this problem touches you, then perhaps our advice will help you to rekindle the extinguished flame.
Sleep
Reducing libido is one of the consequences of sleep disorders. Without proper rest the body is forced to save energy reserves. If the cause is insomnia, then relax the body and clear the mind will help with yoga or tai chi. Soft physical loads for a few hours before sleep do not require much effort and are suitable for beginners.
Anti-stress
The most effective tools that can cope with stress are full rest, relaxing massage and physical activity, as well as B vitamins that help maintain the nervous system in a healthy state and fight stress.
[Hormones
Fatigue and lack of energy pushes sexual pleasure to the background. In women with a normal menstrual cycle, the main androgens are testosterone and dehydroepiandrosterone, which have an effect on libido and a sense of well-being in women. Therefore, the balance of hormones - an integral part of a healthy sex life. To increase libido, doctors recommend eating fish and meat and good cholesterol, which, for example, is contained in eggs, thus keeping the balance of animal fats in the body.
Herbs
Ginseng is used to increase endurance and a reserve of vitality. In order to experience the magical effect of this plant, you need a regular intake of tinctures and mixtures on its basis.
L-Theanine
Green tea is an ally and an assistant of women on the way to increase sexual desire. With its help, the brain activates L-theanine, which gives a sense of serenity and tranquility. In addition, the high content of antioxidants in green tea raises mood and resists free radicals - byproducts of metabolism.