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Please share an interesting fact about improving sexual desire.

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Dr. Thomas Namey answered

Specializes in Rheumatology

I: I admit, I have a tremendous sex drive. My boyfriend lives forty miles away. Phyllis diller.

Answered 3/11/2014

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Ignore: Exercise and healthy living is probably the most helpful.

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Ignore: Sexual arousal improves significantly when you consciously care how your partner feels during sex.

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Dr. Bernard Seif answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Ignore: Hormones and psychology are the main factors. Please see both types of professionals for help.

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Ignore: Sharing and reminiscing about fun and exciting past events with your partner will enhance desire.

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Ignore: Medications can decrease sexual desire; talk to your doctor about the medications you are taking.

Answered 6/13/2014

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Dr. Barbara Lavi answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Women: Women are 2-3 times more likely to be affected by a decline in sex drive as they age.

Answered 7/31/2014

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Dr. Barbara Lavi answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

1/3: 1/3 of US women report low sexual desire or interest, this low desire is troublesome to 1/3 of them.

Answered 6/19/2014

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Dr. Liesa Harte answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Decreased: Decreased sex drive is about more than testosterone! Address any anger, resentment, boredom, etc.

Answered 6/28/2014

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Ignore: Improve your relationship and work on unconditional pure love. Relax, rest and let go! Be Yourself!

Answered 7/3/2014

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Dr. Stuart Erner answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Ignore: Good communication between partners and avoiding stress should improve sexual desire.

Answered 7/6/2014

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Consider: Consider that variety really is the spice of life. Try a new position, place, time, etc.

Answered 7/31/2014

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Having: Having sexual desire starts with a good self image and self esteem.

Answered 7/14/2014

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Dr. Dale Kristle answered

Specializes in Gynecology

Doing: Doing the dishes is one of the best ways to improve your wife's sex drive.

Answered 7/19/2014

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Dr. Warren Foster answered

Specializes in Cardiac Electrophysiology

Exercise: Exercise can improve your sexual desire.

Answered 7/25/2014

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Sexual: Sexual desire is influenced by several factors: Nutrition, exercise, sleep, and intimacy abilities.

Answered 5/26/2016

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Dr. Harold Peltan answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Ignore: When one feels more desirable, one's sexual desire may increase.

Answered 3/14/2019

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Dr. Harold Mandel answered

Specializes in General Practice

Lowering: Lowering your levels of stress may help your libido. Meditation and relaxation techniques may help.

Answered 3/14/2019

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Dr. Dale Kristle answered

Specializes in Gynecology

The: The brain is the sexiest organ.

Answered 10/3/2014

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

It: It is just as important to care about your spouse's feelings.

Answered 11/21/2014

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

You: You don't necessarily need to feel turned on in order to initiate sex or respond to advances.

Answered 11/21/2014

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Drink: Drink in Moderation. By reducing anxiety and stress one drink can help get you in the mood for sex.

Answered 11/21/2014

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

It's: It's well known that smoking can have a terrible affect on blood flow to the sexual organs.

Answered 11/21/2014

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Smoking: Smoking saps your stamina and most people don't like kissing an ashtray.

Answered 11/21/2014

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Moderate: Moderate regular exercise will help improve blood flow to the sexual organs.

Answered 11/19/2014

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Exercise: Exercise helps you feel good about yourself.

Answered 11/19/2014

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Anything: Anything that improves self-esteem will improve libido.

Answered 11/21/2014

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Being: Being overweight can affect your self-esteem and your feelings of sexuality.

Answered 11/19/2014

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Being: Being overweight can cause poor blood flow, which can reduce essential blood flow to the genitals.

Answered 9/29/2016

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

If: If your body becomes frail due to bad health, sex invariably suffers.

Answered 11/19/2014

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

5-9: 5-9 fruits and vegetables a day can provide the cornerstone to your health, and a better sex life.

Answered 11/19/2014

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Fruits: Fruits & Vegetables vitamins and antioxidants will help maintain good blood flow to the sex organs.

Answered 11/19/2014

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Massage: Massage techniques can do wonders for sexual arousal particularly if you're stressed.

Answered 11/21/2014

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Candle: Candle lighting can be sexy and set the mood.

Answered 11/21/2014

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Ginkgo: Ginkgo Biloba is thought to have an enhancing effect upon desire, excitement and orgasm.

Answered 11/19/2014

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Nothing: Nothing reduces your interest in sex more than low self-esteem.

Answered 11/19/2014

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Toes: Toes are an oft overlooked source of tremendous sexual pleasure.

Answered 9/28/2016

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Foreplay: Foreplay is the appetizer before the entrée.

Answered 11/21/2014

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Some: Some men avoid foreplay because they are worried they will lose their erection.

Answered 11/21/2014

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Called: Called the Testicle Tree by the Aztecs – Avocados have long been associated with sexuality.

Answered 11/23/2014

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Improving: Improving Sexual Desire: Dark Chocolate can ^ serotonin levels & is often considered a sensual food.

Answered 11/24/2014

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Arugula: Arugula has been used as an aphrodisiac since the first century.

Answered 11/24/2014

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

The: The Greeks believed that olives increased a man's virility.

Answered 11/24/2014

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Male: Male Clinic (CA) study suggested pomegranate juice has a positive impact on erectile dysfunction.

Answered 11/24/2014

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Dr. David Barnum answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Ignore: Seduce each other's brains long before your bodies!

Answered 1/12/2018

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Dr. Kevin Carr answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Women: Women make and need testosterone. Get your levels checked with a simple blood test.

Answered 2/7/2015

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Ignore: Ensure good sleep. Poor sleep can adversely affect mood, motivation, and overall desire.

Answered 5/23/2015

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Ignore: Fear sabotages sexual desire. Don't let fear make any decisions for you.

Answered 6/29/2015

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Dr. Bryan Treacy answered

Specializes in Gynecology

Make: Make sure your hormones are balanced and consider the O Shot. Reverses clitoral insensitivity!

Answered 10/14/2015

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Ignore: For a large number of women, they need to be aroused before they experiencing sexual desire.

Answered 1/19/2016

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Ignore: Create a "naughty fantasy" that REALLY turns you on. Mentally replay it while gazing at partner.

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