Female low libido problems are far common and many women suffer from low libido and while there is no female synthetic drug, as there is for men. Low libido can be cured by diet and some herbs that have been used for centuries and that is the subject of this article.

Physical causes in females include:

Anemia - which is very common in women, because of iron loss during periods, pregnancy and child birth

Alcoholism and drug abuse.

Generalized disorders, such as diabetes.

Post-baby coolness (PBC): this is the term used for the extremely common loss of libido that occurs after childbirth. It is almost certainly linked to the violent changes in hormones that occur during the period. The general trauma of childbirth also plays a part and after birth, many women are simply too worn out to consider sex

Low testosterone levels are also a cause and while thought of as a male problem, it's a key issue in terms of female low libido.

Low Nitric Oxide Levels are also a problem. This is the chemical that allows blood to flood into the genitals when we become sexually aroused

Psychological causes

These are a major cause of low libido in women

Psychological causes include: Depression, stress, fatigue and anxiety.

Are there any remedies for loss of desire?

Yes and we will look at some herbs in a moment - but for now lets put the basics in place.

Some lifestyle changes are needed first if you drink heavily or take recreational drugs, cut down or better still stop. You also need a healthy diet, you are what you eat! The fuel you give your body, can repair it and this means eating plenty of raw foods and less processed foods to give you more energy.

Eat as "naturally from the earth" as possible and avoid too many processed foods or saturated fats. You don't need to live like a nun - just be sensible.

Gentle exercise 3 - 4 times a week, also lifts mood and energy levels and it can be a brisk walk or swimming, you don't need to kill yourself in the gym!

Dong Quai

Dong Quai is probably the ultimate women's herb and used by herbalists as a treatment for a variety of gynecological complaints from regulating the menstrual cycle to treating menopausal symptoms.

It is used as a general blood tonic and is rich in nutrients containing vitamins E, A and B12 and its rich in tannins. It is high in iron which can help prevent iron deficiency and anemia.

Studies show it can also helps regulate blood sugar and corrects low blood pressure, Researchers have identified six coumarin derivatives that help induce antispasmodic and vasodilatory effects. The essential oil in Dong Quai contains Ligustilide, butylphthalide, Ferulic acid and polysaccharides. These can help reduce blood clotting and also relax peripheral blood vessels.

Damiana

In the "Handbook on Medicinal Herbs", Damiana is said to "make every nerve tingle with sexual sensation, whetting the appetite of lustful desire".

The herb also helps induce a feeling of mild euphoria and relaxes the body. The herb combats stress, depression and anxiety and relieves headaches during menstruation. Finally, Damiana helps to balance female hormone levels and control hot flushes.

Schisandra

Used to treat menopausal symptoms, Schisandra has a vasodilatory effect which increases blood flow to the female pelvic region and genitals.

Avena Sativa

Avena Sativa helps the body relax and enhances sensitivity in the vagina region

Satavri

This herb strengthens and increases muscle tone, moistens dry tissues of the female sexual organs and increases overall body strength, it also helps increase levels of testosterone naturally.

Ginkgo Biloba

Ginkgo has acts as a brain tonic that enhances memory because of its effect on the vascular system and is used for a variety of neurological and circulatory problems.

Ginkgo increases blood flow to the brain and throughout the body. It increases metabolism efficiency, regulates neurotransmitters. It is the ultimate circulatory tonic and helps to improve mood and increase energy.

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