Weight Loss for Libido Boost

by Wendy Powell, Wellness Counselor

Has your love life lost its spark? If you suffer from low libido, then you are not alone. Many men and women experience flagging libido by the time they reach the age of forty.

There are a variety of reasons for a reduced libido. For example, trouble performing in bed can be traced to nerve damage that occurs when a man has prostate surgery.

Another source of poor libido is reduced blood flow as a result of smoking, high blood pressure or high cholesterol. Blood pressure medicine and anti-depressants can also affect one’s performance in bed.

While a loss of libido is partly to blame, some middle-aged men may have testosterone deficiency syndrome due to putting on weight in the stomach area. This weight gain causes testosterone levels to drop, resulting in flagging libido and erectile dysfunction.

Lose Weight to Boost Libido

If you can lose belly fat, you may discover there is more blood flowing to the groin area. Men with trim waists are often seen as more sexy by women, such are the psychological effects of a trimmer waistline.

By eating a low-fat diet, you can reduce your cholesterol. High cholesterol is a contributing factor in poor libido, so try to consume less fat and make healthier menu choices.

Exercise for a Stronger Libido

The key to a robust libido is healthy blood flow in the lower torso region. Exercise improves blood flow throughout the body, so it’s only logical that one’s libido will also improve.

Regular cardiovascular activity can help to lower blood pressure and reduce the chances of flagging libido. Be sure to see your doctor for a complete physical before beginning any exercise program.

Herbal Supplements for Libido Boost

Ginseng root may help boost libido and problems performing in bed by raising testosterone levels, according to a recent news reports. Some people believe drinking ginseng tea improves performance in bed by functioning as a kind of herbal libido enhancer.

Testosterone Therapy

Performance problems and low libido in men can be treated with testosterone therapy, available in patches, gels and tablets, but only with a doctor’s prescription. By increasing the levels of testosterone in the body, libido is also boosted and performance problems in bed can be overcome.

Libido Prescription Medications

A group of drugs known as PDE5 inhibitors have been shown to help with male libido problems. These medications work by relaxing the blood vessels, allowing more blood flow to the area. They are available only by prescription from your doctor.

Female Libido Enhancement Pills

There are currently several libido enhancement pills for women on the market, available via prescription. If you prefer an all-natural alternative, libido enhancement pills containing herbal ingredients have also been developed to improve a woman’s libido.

At the end of the day, there are multiple factors which can lead to the loss of libido in women. Fatigue, work and family responsibilities, money worries – all of these can make it hard to “get in the mood.” And while reaching for your favorite wrinkle cream might seem like a good idea, there are better ways to feel sexy again.

Regardless of which method you choose to boost your libido, losing weight will help because you will have more energy and endurance. With exercise, a healthy diet and regular exercise, you should be able to maintain a healthy libido into your sixties and seventies.