Libido is known as sex drive. It is a person's overall physical drive or desire for sexual activity. Sex drive is restricted by biological, psychological and social factors. Biologically, the sex hormones and associated neurotransmitters primarily testosterone and dopamine, respectively that act upon the nucleus, regulate libido in humans. Factors like social life, such as family and work and internal psychical factors, like stress and personality can affect libido. Sexual pleasure can lower stress levels, so catering to libido is helpful in dealing with daily life.
Which factor can take a huge toll on your sex drive?
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Hormonal changes tend to affect your sex drive. One of the prominent intruders are the Birth control pills. They can reduce your body's production of testosterone, and in turn, your desire to get into sexual activity comes down. Certain varieties may even cause pain during sex. Avoid taking birth control pills and head for protection as much as possible during intercourse.
Set your room up for romance to boost your libido
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It's obvious to get in the way of letting your children wriggle into bed with you after they've had a nightmare, or sharing cuddle time with your pets. These are major mood killers. Keeping the kiddos and pets out by just locking the bedroom door at night is much better. It will surely take the time to break these habits, but making the bed sexy again will make you more relaxed and ready for romance. Flowers and candles can glam up the bed and atmosphere.
Using lubricants can be harmful and doesn't cater to boosting libido.
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Being in the right mood can be nearly unthinkable if sex is unpleasant for you but it doesn't have to be. One of the chief reasons is dryness. If vaginal dryness is making discomfort while intercourse, try using a vaginal moisturizer or a sexual lubricant. If this doesn't fix the situation, you may require examining with a gynecologist to discuss if vaginal estrogen treatment is appropriate. Silicone based lubricants are longer-lasting and more moisturizing than the water-based alternatives.
De-stress before sex
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Everyday stress factors like your kids, your job and other mundane household chores, all have a more potent effect on your sex life than you may realize. Staying stressed conditions your body to deliver more of the cortisol hormone, which your body needs in small doses but can overpower or crush the libido when the body produces this hormone in excess. Find an easy way to calm your mind, before you hit the sheets whether it's taking a long bath or curling up with a good book. Taking a shower together is the best idea.
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