Improving Female Libido

By Contributing Writer

  • Overview

    A lowered female libido can be due to a wide variety of things, such as depression, medication complications and diet. Some women also just have lower libidos than others. As you seek to improve your libido, it's important to first ascertain if it's due to an underlying issue. Once you have ruled out any condition, you can then take various steps to improve your libido, thereby increasing your desire for sex.

    • Step 1

      See a doctor. Your doctor can help you determine the cause of your lowered libido. Certain diseases, such as anemia and diabetes, can cause lowered sex drives. Your doctor can test you to rule out such underlying conditions.

    • Step 2

      Assess your psychological and emotional health. If you have under a good deal of stress, it may be contributing to your lowered libido. Talk to a therapist to determine if psychological issues could be the cause of your low sex drive.

    • Step 3

      Discuss prescription medications with your doctor. Hormonal imbalances can cause low sex drives. If this is the case, you may need to take testosterone supplements. You should also discuss any medications you are currently taking with your doctor. Prescriptions such as anti-depressants and birth control pills feature a lowered sex drive as a possible side effect.

    • Step 4

      Exercise. Regular cardiovascular exercise has been shown to improve the female libido. In addition, you'll feel better about your body, making you feel more desirable for sex.

    • Step 5

      Consume a diet rich in nutrients. If you are poorly nourished, your libido will not be healthy. All your bodily functions, including your sex drive, will be better balanced if you maintain a solid diet.

    • Step 6

      Consider herbal treatments. Gingko and ginseng can both help raise the female libido. Herbs are all-natural but you should still discuss them with your doctor before you begin taking them.

    • Step 7

      Eat chocolate and oysters. Chocolate contains phenethylamine, an aphrodisiac which will boost sexual desire. Oysters aid in testosterone production, the hormone which fuels the libido.
    • Skill: Moderate
    • Ingredients:
    • Doctor
    • Exercise
    • Nutritious diet
    • Ginkgo
    • Ginseng
    • Chocolate
    • Oysters
    • Tip: Discuss your libido issues with your partner. Being honest about the problem can often help to improve the situation.
    • Warning:
    • Don't begin taking any medications without first consulting your doctor.

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