No herbal supplements have been scientifically endorsed by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration as being medically effective for treating low sex drive in women, according to the Discovery Channel. But many cultures and medical professionals have...
Your sex drive, also known as libido, may decrease over time as you age or if you have a medical condition that affects hormone levels. Though several prescription drugs can help increase libido, some herbs also have a positive effect on sex...
Television viewers since 2002 have become acquainted with the commercials featuring "Smiling Bob"--the spokesperson for Enzyte. The commercial makes the connection between Bob's ear-to-ear grin and the sexual enhancement delivered by his regimen...
If you are looking to incorporate maca herb into your diet, you should also be aware of the potential side effects associated with the supplement prior to consumption. According to the University of Michigan Health System, maca herb is...
Periods of waning libido may result in women when they experience stress, fatigue, depression, decreased hormone levels or a poor self-image. But you can rev things up the natural way. Certain foods, herbs and spices can increase sex drive....
Red ginseng and maca are both reputed to be aphrodisiac herbs. The two herbs, in fact, are reputed to have many effects that are similar, including the potential to boost sexual function, improve well-being and combat menopausal symptoms. Maca is...
Women often seek to increase their sex drive or desire, but are too embarrassed to discuss the subject with their physicians. Others can talk about it but aren't interested in taking drugs or medications. For such women, herbal remedies may...
The term "libido" refers to the sexual drive of a person. A person with a low libido shows little interest in sex or otherwise cannot readily perform the sexual act because of other factors. Although certain issues with sexual dysfunction can be...
A woman's sex drive can be affected by several factors. Anxiety, stress, depression and fluctuating hormone levels are all possible causes of decreased libido. in some cases, certain prescription drugs may also cause a drop in sex drive. Herbs are...
A low sex drive can afflict men and woman alike. In men, aging sometimes leads to slower arousal and erectile dysfunction (ED). A woman's libido may ebb and flow over the years, due in large part to fluctuating hormones. As a woman ages, vaginal...
Today, there are scientifically engineered pills to cure a number of sexual ailments from erectile dysfunction to low sex drive. For those who are interested in taking a more natural approach to boosting their fertility, the good news is that...
For centuries, natural herbs and plants have been used to increase libido in men. These herbs can achieve this effect by various means, such as acting directly on testosterone and other sex hormone levels, or by combining directly with...
Levels of the hormone testosterone gradually begin to decline in men after age 30, according to the Cleveland Clinic. Since testosterone is responsible for sexual and reproductive function, inadequate levels may affects a man's sex drive and...
Decreased sexual desire or libido is the most common complaint among women, affecting up to 43 percent, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center. Age, prescription medications, depression and heart disease can cause a decrease in...
Tongkat ali has been used as a medicinal aphrodisiac for centuries by people in Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand and Indonesia. Early stages of laboratory testing have shown that it can increase levels of testosterone, augment sexual desire and...
A 2007 survey presented in the "American Journal of Clinical Nutrition shows that 52 percent of people take a dietary supplement at least once a month. Studies testing animals and humans suggest that herbal supplements can play a positive role in...
