I decided to broach this topic…. well because it’s a big topic, Half of all ladies live without optimal sexual function and reduced libido. Truth is… at ANY age, a woman’s sexual function and her libido depend on having healthy “biochemical pathways”.
A woman’s loss of sexual vitality is related to a number of key issues, including below optimal levels of “sex hormones, i.e. estrogen, progesterone, testosterone”, neurotransmitters, and nitric oxide; and INCREASED levels of pro-inflammatory cytokines and monoamine oxidase.
There are a couple of herbal remedies that go widely over-looked for assisting in this category.
- Cordyceps: Which is a fungus herb that also contains the larval remains from the caterpillar larva on which it grows. Though like reishi and shiitake mushrooms it strengthens the immune system, and helps to build strength and endurance. It’s fabulous for strengthening a sore back and dealing with issues like “sciatic”, wheezing, chronic cough, impotence and menopause.
The mushroom extract modulates the levels of sex hormones and promotes their downstream flow; boosts mitochondrial energy and sex interest by increasing adenosine triphosphate (ATP) production; supports vaginal lubrication and sexual function by promoting nitric oxide; and inhibits pro-inflammatory cytokines that can blow out the flame of sexual desire. There have been some placebo-controlled studies, scientists have documented that Cordyceps improved sexual function and desire in 86% of ladies in just 40 days of use.
- Maca: Falls in the category of an adaptagen, it’s an extract of the plants root, It has the reputation as an aphrodisiac, strengthening sexual desire and performance in both the gents and the ladies. It has also been called Peruvian ginseng, because it is an overall general tonic and adaptagen, helping to reduce stress and increase general health and energy. a bonus is it helps with mental concentration too.
This herb has been cultivated for over 2,000 years, and the root extract has been shown to modulate levels and flow of sex hormones; support adrenal function; and promote libido and sexual pleasure by helping to optimize brain neurotransmitters and monoamine oxidase (MAO) levels. Women who took Maca scored over 35% better than placebo subjects on a standard sexual function and libido scale after just 6 weeks!
MENOPAUSE RELIEF AND ENHANCED SEXUAL HEALTH
Menopausal transition is considered the most difficult time for ladies to remain sexually active. In addition to struggling with hot flashes and fatigue, vaginal dryness and loss of sex drive, bone density loss, interrupted sleeping patterns, mood swings. another natural addition to assist the changes your body is rolling through is something called Natural Changes: Which includes 5 different herbal and nutrient combinations in each packet.
Remember when the body exhibits symptoms that are out of the norm, at the heart of any of them are nutritional deficiencies and/or overloads, bringing balance nutritionally is what assists YOUR body to bring back inner harmony.
Incorporating other lifestyle changes as well is also paramount, like healthy eating by consuming a higher quota of fresh fruits & vegetables, reducing fried foods, high refined sugary foods, reducing caffeine intake as well as alcohol intake which can trigger hot flashes and contribute to emotional agitation.
Reduce your use of plastics with your foods, like water bottles, and anything oil based that is in plastic bottles, as this increases the entrance of “xenoestrogens” into the body causing an estrogen overload which emphasizes hot flashes, and can contribute to estrogen fed cancers.
Avoid products that contain Methyl/poly parabens in your health & beauty products especially soaps, lotions and shampoos/conditioners. Nail polish and polish removers also add adverse chemical cocktails towards causing hormonal imbalance as well as bringing a heavy toxic load on the body.
Embarking on some form of daily exercise to keep bones strong, stimulate lymphatic system, and keep muscles firm all play their important role in keeping us ladies healthier as our body’s transition into this glorious zone!
Quit drinking soda’s especially DIET soda, the artificial sweeteners used in those actually do the opposite of why most folks drink them, thinking because they are called DIET, they won’t make them pack on the pounds! That couldn’t be further from the truth, those sugars actually pump up your fat cells, and they are considered to be “excito-neurotoxins”, they are not healthy for your nervous system, contribute to migraine headaches and the detox symptoms that many go through when taking them out of their daily routine can be brutal for some.
Healthfully yours,
Dr. Jodi Barnett N.D.
QFA Clinician, Orthomolecular Nutritionist,
Harvested Health LLC
All of the herbal products mentioned in this article can be obtained at http://www.harvestedhealth.mynsp.com
References:
- J Sex Med. 2010;7(4);1598-1607
- 2. J Alt Complement Med. 1998;4(3); 289-303
- 3. Menopause. 2008 Nov-Dec;12(6);1157-62
- 4. Phytother Res. 2011;doi:10,1002/ptr3597
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great post! So glad people are happy to talk about this kind of thing!!
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