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How to Reclaim Your Libido – by Dr. Wiggins ND

February 5, 2018 Leave a Comment

You have seen the ads in your favourite magazine and on social media…the latest tonics,

potions, blue or pink pill that promises to restore sexual vitality. Maybe you have talked to

your doctor, or maybe your lack of sex drive is the elephant in your bedroom. It is startling

how many men and women report low libido and erectile dysfunction as damaging not only

their relationship with their partner, but also to their overall wellbeing.

 

As a Naturopathic Doctor this is concerning to me for two reasons. FIRSTLY, low libido

could be a warning sign of an underlying health concern. For instance, men that are having

difficulty achieving or maintaining an erection should discuss this with their health care

provider as it could be an early predictor of cardiovascular disease. For women, pain during

intercourse doesn’t just interfere with your sex dive, but also needs to be investigated by

your health care provider as it could be a sign of a hormone imbalance or a skin condition.

 

Tip: All of the above health concerns can be improved with Naturopathic Medicine!

 

Secondly, low libido is a concern because it serves as a barometer for a patient’s vitality

and emotional wellbeing. Optimizing your sex life will have far reaching benefits across your

emotional and physical health, from the inside out. I believe you cannot have health without

a sex drive, and you cannot have a sex drive without health.

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SO HERE ARE 5 TIPS TO HELP YOU RECLAIM YOUR LIBIDO

  1. HEAL YOUR HORMONES

    Many women believe they do not need to worry about their hormones until menopause,

    however hormones can be out of balance (and presenting as PMS, acne, polycystic ovarian

    syndrome or endometriosis) as young as the early teens. A 10% drop in testosterone every

    10 years, starting at age 30 is generally what is accepted as the norm for men in terms of

    age-related decline in libido. However, regardless of gender or sexual orientation, it is

    becoming more evident that declining libido happens at even earlier stages of life. Discuss

    with your doctor if having estradiol, progesterone, DHEA and testosterone tested is

    appropriate based on your symptoms. Balancing these could help restore your physiologic

    desire for sex!

  2. MANAGE STRESS

    Increased stress (and cortisol simultaneously) disrupts hormone balance and shuts down

    sexual desire. Low libido can be one of the first symptoms of stress being generated in the

    body.As you try and juggle work, home and hobbies, you are effectively shutting down

    sexual desire. Are you overwhelmed, fatigued, burnt out, craving carbs and putting on

    weight around your abdomen? Cortisol deregulation could be a problem for you. Combat

    this with active relaxation techniques such as guided meditation, yoga or going for a walk.

    Also, finding ways to increase oxytocin, such as holding hands, laughing, or gazing into

    your partner’s eyes will help to shut down your stress response and ramp up your libido.

    Even better, try going for a walk with your partner while holding hands!

  3. CHECK YOUR MEDICINE CABINET

    Prescription medications are often-overlooked as a contributing factor to low sex drive.

    Some commonly prescribed culprits are anti-depressants, heart medications (predominantly

    the beta-blockers) and antihistamines. Although research is conflicting, many women can

    pinpoint taking oral contraceptives to a drop in libido. Check your medicine cabinet for these

    common offenders: anti-depressants (Elavil, Prozac, Zoloft, etc.), Beta-blockers (Atenolol

    and Timolol), anti-histamines (Claritin, Reactine, Arius, etc.).

  4. DITCH TECHNOLOGY IN THE BEDROOM

    It is not surprise that technology and social media are negatively impacting people’s sex

    lives. In a study of 1,020 women in Cosmopolitan magazine’s Sex and Social Media survey

    revealed that 57% of women would rather give up sex than stop using the internet for two

    weeks. No, this is not a scientific trial but, I do think it is indicative of a larger problem. How

    many of you have interrupted a sexual encounter to answer a call or check a notification?

    So what should you do? Make your bedroom a technology free zone. Instead, use

    technology to your advantage, if it is within your comfort zone, text or snap a saucy

    message to your partner to let them know they are on your mind.

  5. CONNECT!

    In our youthful, body-image and sex obsessed culture, positive sexual context has become

    elusive. If you are more worried about your physical appearance, your to-do list, or whether

    you are doing things correctly, then you are not in the correct frame of mind for

    sex.Remember stress increases cortisol, which leads to hormone imbalance and decreases

    desire. Don’t get trapped in this vicious cycle. Instead CONNECT WITH US.

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Disclaimer:

The content of this article is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for seeing

your health care provider. Please discuss the content of the article with your health care

provider before making any changes to your diet, lifestyle, supplements or

medication. Following any information or recommendations provided is at your own risk.

Libido, Sexual Health

Health Over All Team

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