<span data-preserver-spaces="true">There are several drug-free and natural ways to improve your sex drive. Naturally, Libido or sex drive varies between individuals and having a low sex drive can develop due to certain factors that might be medical, psychological, or emotional issues. </span>

<span style="color: #0000ff;"><a class="_e75a791d-denali-editor-page-rtfLink" style="color: #0000ff;" href="https://www.parsleyhealth.com/blog/5-herbs-naturally-increase-sex-drive/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Parsley Health Research</a></span><span data-preserver-spaces="true"> showed that about ¼ of women of productive age and ½ of postmenopausal women suffer from decreased libido. This is to calm down your nerves that this issue is not peculiar to you. Factors such as anxiety, stress, relationship difficulties, health concerns, or age can all affect sex drive. </span>

<span data-preserver-spaces="true">Also, when you have stayed out of a relationship for a while, your sex drive might wane especially if you don’t engage in personal pleasures like masturbation and have no desire for such. </span><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Another huge factor that might cause low sex drive is your dietary intake. </span>

<span data-preserver-spaces="true">The type of foods you eat daily has a role to play and should be considered when looking to improve your sex drive. </span><span style="color: #0000ff;"><a class="_e75a791d-denali-editor-page-rtfLink" style="color: #0000ff;" href="https://care.diabetesjournals.org/content/32/4/688.full" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Research</a></span><span data-preserver-spaces="true"> shows that processed and chemically-derived food products such as soda (commonly called minerals in Nigeria) can make you gain weight which will lead to hormonal dysfunction and thus reduced sexual desires. Inadequate consumption of food rich in fat can significantly decrease testosterone levels making it difficult to get in the mood.</span>

<span data-preserver-spaces="true">Let’s face the truth. If you want to improve your sex drive, then you are going to need the proper fuel in the form of foods that increase libido and sex drive. Apart from your food intake, there are other ways to naturally improve your sex drive. </span>

<span data-preserver-spaces="true">So, while looking for supplements or artificial ways to do this, you should know that there exist common natural foods that will ensure you have a successful session between the sheets. These natural foods are listed below.</span>

<strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Spinach:</span></strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true"> Eating spinach puts you in the mood for sex by increasing blood flow. "Spinach is rich in magnesium, a mineral that decreases inflammation in blood vessels, increasing blood flow. "Increased blood flow drives blood to the extremities, which, like Viagra, can increase arousal and make sex more pleasurable," says psychotherapist and sex expert </span><span style="color: #0000ff;"><a class="_e75a791d-denali-editor-page-rtfLink" style="color: #0000ff;" href="https://drtammynelson.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Tammy Nelson</a>. </span>

<span data-preserver-spaces="true">"Women will find it is easier to have an orgasm, and men will find that erections come more naturally." Spinach in Nigeria is the same with Efo Tete or Amunututu in Yoruba, Akwukwo nri in Igbo and Ganye Alayyafo in Hausa. Spinach can be bought from any market where they sell vegetables.</span>

<strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Peppers:</span></strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true"> Hot pepper is very useful in enhancing sex drive. Hot peppers </span><strong><em><span data-preserver-spaces="true">increase your metabolism</span></em></strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true"> and stimulate endorphins, making you sweat, plumping your lips, and speeding up your heart rate. That gets the blood flowing to all the essential areas. </span>

<span data-preserver-spaces="true">This is seen in every market in Nigeria. We have them in the form of Ata Rodo and Tatashe. The hotter they are, the better.</span>
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<strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Ginger:</span></strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true"> Ginger has a very strong aroma. Though ginger is used to help indigestion, ginger serves as a sex booster. It improves your sex drive by helping blood flow and improving artery health.</span>

<strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Bananas</span></strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">: This is one of the fruits that contain high potassium. They contain the bromelain enzyme, that increases libido and reverses impotence in men. </span>

<span data-preserver-spaces="true">Also, they are potent sources of B vitamins like <span style="color: #0000ff;"><a style="color: #0000ff;" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Riboflavin" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">riboflavin</a>,</span> which increase the body's overall energy levels.</span>

<strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Watermelon: </span></strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">This popular fruit is low in calories, but also high in potentially libido-boosting phytonutrients. Lycopene, citrulline, and beta-carotene found in watermelon are known to help relax blood vessels and provide a natural enhancement for revving up your sex drive.</span>

<strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Garlic: </span></strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Garlic can help stimulate circulation and blood flow to sexual organs in both men and women. However, because of garlic's mood-killing smell, eat it in moderation.</span>
<h4><strong><u><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Other best ways to enhance and improve sexual drive are…</span></u></strong></h4>
<strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Masturbate or Self-Stimulate for Better Sex</span></strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">. This will enable you to understand your body better and communicate with your partner in places you wish to be touched. For women, masturbation may also help to reduce vaginal dryness when you spend time stimulating yourself.</span>

<strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Get Enough Sleep for Good Sex: </span></strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Sleep is another lifestyle factor that impacts libido. One reason is that hormone secretion is controlled by the body’s internal clock, and sleep patterns likely help the body determine when to release certain hormones related to sex. For both men and women, feeling tired when you get into bed zaps whatever libido you may have had.</span>

<strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Manage your anxiety:</span></strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true"> Having high levels of anxiety is a common barrier to sexual functioning and libido for both males and females. This may be anxiety due to life stress or specific sex-related anxiety. People with an intense work schedule, caring responsibilities, or other life stresses may feel fatigued and, as a result, have a low sexual desire.</span>

<strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Get regular exercise:</span></strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true"> Getting regular exercise can help libido in many ways. A </span><span style="color: #0000ff;"><a class="_e75a791d-denali-editor-page-rtfLink" style="color: #0000ff;" href="https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s00520-014-2327-8" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">2015 study</a></span><span data-preserver-spaces="true"> of men undergoing androgen deprivation therapy, which lowers </span><span style="color: #0000ff;"><a class="_e75a791d-denali-editor-page-rtfLink" style="color: #0000ff;" href="https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/276013.php" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">testosterone</a></span><span data-preserver-spaces="true"> levels, found that regular exercise helped men cope with issues such as body image concerns, low libido, and relationship changes.</span>

<span data-preserver-spaces="true">There are variations in people’s sexual desires and libido, therefore having a low sex drive than others is not necessarily a bad thing. Low sex drive is a very complex issue with varying factors as causes. </span>

<span data-preserver-spaces="true">Understanding the root cause of your low sex drive can help you find the best treatment for it. If you think yours is health-related, then seeking an appointment with your doctor will be the best way, if not, practising all the methods listed in this article might be worth your while.</span>