Libido is another term that is used to define sex drive. Women are more affected by a loss of libido than men. Some common causes include hormonal changes that might be seen with pregnancy or menopause, diseases such as arthritis and diabetes, and mental issues such as depression, anxiety and stress. Some common treatments used to increase libido are testosterone and estrogen therapy by way of pills and creams. But there are also ways to boost libido that are all natural.
Step 1
Go to the gym. Exercise already brings a lot of benefits to the body. It can help low libido by improving self image by creating a more defined body, it can lead to weight loss and it can increase circulation to the sexual regions.
Step 2
Go to yoga class. Often, stress is a big reason for a low sex drive. To reduce stress, participate in activities that help reduce it such as yoga, Pilates, Tai-chi and meditative breathing.
Step 3
Cut back on the booze and cigarettes. Smoking robs the blood of oxygen, therefore compromising the flow of blood to the body and the sexual organs. Alcohol is a depressant and drinking it in high amounts will have a negative effect on libido.
Step 4
Do some experimentation. Sometimes a low libido can be the result of boredom. Incorporate some new positions into your sex life or have sex in a remote location that is different than your normal routine. This can add some curiosity and possibly spark up some new found interest.
Step 5
Eat some fats. According to Beverly Whipple, professor emerita at Rutgers University, fats in the form of monounsaturated and polyunsaturated help promote testosterone and estrogen which are needed for sex drive. Some examples of these include avocados, seeds, nuts, olive oil and salmon.
