Slip slidin’ away?

There are many simple explanations why occasionally you may not feel like engaging in a bit of ‘rumpy pumpy’ with your beloved. You may be tired, stressed, or worried. You might have a headache, you may have thrush, or be overwhelmed at work. Heck, it may just be that you are feeling too full from overeating, or that you are experiencing a particularly bad case of flatulence (and you’re not feeling especially sexy because of it)!

However, if your decreased libido is an ongoing issue, or is a frequently occurring problem, then you may have a more serious issue. Please see, ‘Beware the Passion-Killers’ below.

There are many causes of chronic (long-term) decreased libido. So, how do you know where to begin?
Well, you start by having sex with your significant other of course! If this doesn’t help, then you should really consider seeing someone else! And no, I’m not recommending that you have an affair, or initiate a ‘threesome’. What I mean, is that you make an appointment to see a Naturopath or a Counsellor.

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Good, regular, safe sex (with someone you trust) is vitally important for your health. In fact, your willingness to participate in this activity reflects your overall level of wellbeing.

Among many things, regular sex will help to balance your hormones, improve your relationship with your lover, and lift your mood. It can lower your blood pressure, and it can improve your self esteem. Sex, as many of you will already know, is also a good work-out (it burns quite a few calories, and boosts the metabolism). It also helps you to sleep better, reduces stress, and makes you feel calm. Sex satisfies you.

In a previous post on Diva Cups, I told you that commercial brands of feminine hygiene products can not only irritate your ‘delicate bits’, and cause allergic reactions, but they also pose a very real health risk. Many health conditions stem from an insidious build-up of chemicals, rather than a one-time exposure. The mucous membranes that line your vagina are highly porous, and chemicals can therefore quickly cross into the blood stream.

Commonly available lubricants contain: paraben perservatives, glycerine, glycols, parfum, and mineral oils. None of these ingredients are good for you, let alone healthful for the delicate environment of your ‘fanny’!

This brand uses certified organic plant extracts. ‘Yes’ is free from fragrances, colour, taste, and residues. These lubricants are pH balanced, hydrating, and healing (therefore providing effective everyday comfort for many menopausal women).

It’s also worth considering that because these products are pH balanced they could prove helpful for everyday use if you suffer from reoccurring Thrush or Bacterial Vaginosis. These conditions can thrive in a environment that is too alkaline. Also consider that most common commercial lubricants contain glycerine which can actually feed a vaginal infection!

Note: You should see a Naturopath if you do find yourself constantly having to use this type of lubricant to maintain correct vaginal pH.  You may have an underlying health condition that is causing this issue.

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Yes — oil based lubricant
This is a dual purpose intimate lubricant and massage oil.

Note: Do not use this lubricant with condoms. You can however, play with it in water!

Yes — water based lubricant
You can use this product with condoms, latex and silicone toys. (As well as penises, vaginas, and hands!)

Yes — baby (Two Pack)
A fertility friendly, lubricant system which enables couples trying to conceive.

Note: this is product is simply used during ovulation.