Herbs to Increase Libido

A low libido affects many people, both men and women, and can happen at any age. There are many causes of a low sex drive, including stress, medications, poor nutrition and drug use. Many new parents or couples with demanding jobs find that their libido has become affected because they are so tired and stressed out. Luckily, there are many herbs that can help increase the libido.

Yohimbe

• Yohimbe is an herbal supplement that can be taken every day. It comes from the bark of a tree in Africa and has been used there for centuries to increase sexual excitement in men and women. Yohimbe was first used to treat men who suffered from erection problems, but recently it has been used for women as well. In men, it can help with sexual excitement and aid in erections; in women, it can help with vaginal engorgement and orgasms.

  Yohimbe can be taken in capsules, 1,000 mg every day, and can be found in many health food stores. You may also buy the bark in bulk, which can be used as a tea.

Licorice Root

• Licorice root, also known as Glycyrrhiza glabra, can help women who are suffering from a poor libido. This herbal remedy produces properties that can help increase a woman's natural vaginal lubrication. You can take 2 ml to 3 ml of licorice root two to three times a day. Licorice root can be found in health food stores, as well as online.

Ginkgo Biloba

• Gingko is used for many reasons, such as memory loss, mental fatigue and to counteract aging. Ginkgo helps by increasing the amount of blood flow into the brain, and it also increases it through the entire body and into the genital region. It can help to regulate neurotransmitters, as well as increase the oxygen levels in your brain, leading to better erections. Ginkgo biloba is a popular herbal medicine that can be bought almost anywhere.

Ginseng

• The chemicals in this herb affect the part of the brain that helps produce the hormones that are responsible for the sexual organs in both men and women. It can also help by increasing blood circulation in the body; therefore, the genitals get the blood that they need to become more aroused. Ginseng also might help with energy levels, as well.