Sex
“What can you recommend to to boost a flagging libido?” is one of our most commonly asked questions.
An abnormally low sex drive or other sexual dysfunction, of long or short term duration, can be just like having any other temporary health problem, and can be helped by using the appropriate herbal remedies.
Ensuring success with aphrodisiac herbs is twofold. Firstly, the sex drive is not governed by one simple body mechanism; it is a combination of hormonal, nervous, psychological and genetic events. You must know what the problem is before you start taking herbs. You may not actually need an aphrodisiac! Secondly, the aphrodisiac herbs usually have a specific action, such as increasing circulation to the genitals or increasing testosterone output. So it is important to apply the right herb with consideration to the underlying cause of the problem and the action of the herb itself. More often than not, people have a problem and just start taking something they heard could increase sex drive without even considering the cause or how the herb works. Hopefully, the following information will help to guide you to the most appropriate herbs and nutrients for you and your individual condition and circumstances.
So what conditions can lead to sexual dysfunction and lowered sex drive?
Many conditions can interfere with sexual function, and sometimes the best aphrodisiac may be an herb to relieve the pain of arthritis! [more...]
