How to Naturally Enhance the Female Libido

Many factors can be detrimental to a woman's libido, or sex drive. Stress, physical and mental health, children, premenstrual syndrome, birth control, alcoholism and drug abuse can all have negative effects on the female libido. Naturally enhancing a woman's sex drive will help improve health, confidence and overall life satisfaction. Numerous medical studies have concluded that a healthy sex life relives stress, improves physical health, decreases the risk of mental disease and improves relationships.

Instructions

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Identify the root cause of what is lagging your libido. This is more difficult for women than men because it involves a range of possible problems, from physical to emotional. A study by the International Society for the Study of Women's Sexual Health "found that the majority of women who were experiencing low sexual desire was a result of their emotional distress rather than a physical trauma," according to Better Health Research. Evaluate stressors, illnesses and other factors that may lead to a decreased libido. But other factors, like relationship issues, can also have a negative effect on a your sex drive.

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Visit your doctor to discuss the problem. Low sex drive has been linked to thyroid problems, anemia, depression and other medical problems. A consultation with your family doctor or a therapist can help detect these problems.

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Improve your diet. Many medical problems like anemia can be addressed by eating a well-balanced diet that includes iron-rich foods important for providing oxygen to cells. An improved diet will improve fatigue and your cardiovascular and immune systems.

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Begin a regular exercise regimen. Many issues with the female libido are related to confidence and self-image. Improving your health and overall appearance will increase your confidence, mental health and overall image, thus increasing your sex drive.

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Take naturally occurring herbs to help increase libido. Gingko, arginine, ginseng and tribulus terrestris have been known to have stimulating effects on a woman's sex drive.

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Address problems with your current relationship. One of the biggest killers of the female libido is an inattentive partner because for woman the emotional aspects of sex are just as important as the physical. Seeing a counselor can help by giving each partner an environment to freely discuss issues with the relationship. If issues cannot be rectified it may be time to part ways.

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Set a romantic mood. Food, lighting and music have been found to enhance arousal. This will allow you to momentarily free yourself from the stress of daily life and allow you to concentrate on your own well-being.