sex drive

[chazza]

what herbal supplements (from Holland and barrett etc) could i take to up my sex drive? i think the pill has lowered it. Obviously I cant take any that will affect my pill

[tgon]

I think Ginseng is supposed to improve vitality and sexual dysfunction and other well-being stuff.  Also supposed to help prevent headaches - so twice as indusive to good libido! lol  Warns is not to take if pregnant but you got that covered.  H&B sell the capsules.

[hugoboss]

Try taking Zinc tablets, they will help.

[ALLO]

mabey your man doesn't know what he's doing! he should turn you on just by thinking about how he touches you in the rite spots! even a simple kiss. when my husband wears a black t-shirt with a pair of jeans i can't stop myself! why don't you try some role playing before you start popping more pills. oh, try making love outside. mabey the trill of getting cought will turn you on. like in your car. ok, i better stop now! hope this helps you out!

[Morrisonker]

I'm personally not a believer in popping pills to increase sex drive etc, I'd recommed exercise, even just going to a walk will wake you up and get the blood pumping.  You could try the various foods that are supposed to increase sex drive, but that's probably all in the imagination. 

I'd imagine that you're probably just stressed about something at the moment, thats a big killer of any sexy feelings.Maybe try having a night to yourself, long bubble bath, glass of wine, pampering and then get your man over and see how it goes from there.  If you want instant results, these are the best i can offer you.

[Morrisonker]

oh, and it goes without saying you can always change the pill.  It is a recognised side effect of using it and your GP should be understanding and more than happy to let you try another brand to see if that makes a difference.  I'm sure you know it can take a while to find the right one for you.

[Jacobean]

You should try chinese herbs. In traditional chinese medicine, the sex drive is seen as being one of the most important parts of the human system, as it is said to stimulate the production of new cells, and promote growth and repair. Therefore, the traditional chinese pharmacopia a has good selection of herbs that will increase the sex drive. But the herbs in each individual prescription vary depending on the reasons behind the dysfunction. One of the earlier posters suggested ginseng, which I would agree with, although make sure you use the american variety (known as panax ginseng, or xi yang shen) as the more common korean variety is mainly a MALE tonic and has been linked to an increased risk of breast cancer in women. The american variety however, is completely safe for women to take. In addition I would recomend the following mixture (boiled up and drank as a tea), which any good chinese medical centre (which are appearing in most highstreets) will be happy to make up for you:

Rou cong rong - 9  grams
Han lian cao    - 15 grams
Huang jing       - 6   grams
Da zao            - 20 gram
Chen pi           - 3   grams

This will help restore sexual interest. Good luck!!

[oxeyedaisy]

ginseng is the best too much zinc is not good for you.you could also try damiana this is a popular stimulant and aphrodisiaca..

[Little K]

I think the names that people give to these supplements is quite funny too.

Such as Horny Goat Weed, always makes me giggle

[Jacobean]

Hehe. Horny goat weed is another good one (and is also very good for depression), but it really should only be prescribed by a qualified Chinese Dr. as part of a herbal prescription, as constant unmonitored use can cause internal bleeding. Damiana is another goody. Zinc is actually one of the safer minerals, but it is true it can have a few undesirable side effects in EXTREMELY high doses, mostly related to preventing other minerals from being absorbed. Anything up to about 30 mg a day for a month or so is perfectly safe though, and will probably help.

P.S If anyone out there has any health problems and are looking for advice on alternative treatments for them, I am a practioner and am willing to offer free advice.

[happytohelp]

i work in napiers- a health care shop and  iwould definatley recommend an oil we sell called aphrodite recommended for this, used in the bath or as a massage oil i have it on good authority that it is very effective!! :) good luck