women’s sexuality
Research done about women’s sexuality revealed that about 4 in 10 suffer from sexual dysfunction. And the problem that has always puzzled people is how to make their sex life better. So are there well-tested aphrodisiacs for women?
No, there is no absolute aphrodisiac. However, smaller studies have shown that some popular aphrodisiacs from plants or animals may increase sexual desire. Let us see a few.
First, we have ginseng. It is a well-known herb, and research on animals indicated it could enhance potency. There is no irrefutable study when it comes to women. Some researchers, however, claim the Korean red ginseng is a known sexual arousal booster in menopausal women. According to Mayo Clinic, apart from insomnia, there are no other known side effects.
Maca, which has its origins in Ande, Peru, is another aphrodisiac that has been around for ages. Studies are not conclusive, but some subjects have confirmed it causes arousal, hot flashes, and fertility.
Some quarters also believe spicy foods will stimulate sexual pleasure. Capsaicin found in cayenne pepper has been linked to this sexual arousal from these foods. It leads to some physiological reactions such as more sweating, blood flow, and metabolism. There is a certain similarity between these responses and the ones from sexual activity.
Few participants have also lauded ArginMax. ArginMax, when combined with vitamins A, C, and E, vitamin B-complex, gingko, Damiana leaf, and Korean ginseng, can improve sexual satisfaction.
Flibanserin (Addyi), approved in 2015, is a treatment for sexual dysfunction in women. The drug comes with side effects on some people. Low blood pressure, tiredness, dizziness, unsettled stomach, or fainting may happen, moreso when taken with alcohol.
Most of the foods described as aphrodisiacs work by simply supplementing what you lack in your diet. With good health, people become desirable. Some also say the resemblance of some herbs to genitalia may work psychologically to put you in the mood.
In summary, at every point in history, there has been some aphrodisiac (food or herbal) been touted. And most have been discredited. A talk to your partner, going back to scents, sights, or sounds that once stimulated or a visit to a sex therapist may do wonders than any pill on the market.