{"id":15621,"date":"2015-03-16T09:16:13","date_gmt":"2015-03-16T16:16:13","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.accessrx.com\/blog\/?p=15621"},"modified":"2015-03-16T09:16:13","modified_gmt":"2015-03-16T16:16:13","slug":"6-ways-to-jumpstart-your-sex-drive-m0218","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.edrugstore.com\/blog\/std-sexually-transmitted-diseases-treatments\/6-ways-to-jumpstart-your-sex-drive-m0218\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Ways to Jumpstart Your Sex Drive"},"content":{"rendered":"

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It\u2019s easy to let everyday life come between you and your partner.<\/figcaption><\/figure> There are any number of reasons why things might not be happening in the bedroom.<\/p>\n

Maybe you and your partner work long hours. Or maybe you have young children and the constant responsibilities that go with raising them. Perhaps you\u2019ve put on a few pounds and don\u2019t feel desirable, or pressure at work carries over into your non-working hours.<\/p>\n

With all the pressures of modern life, it\u2019s easy to see how couples can let having an exciting sex life lose priority. When you\u2019re tired and under stress, it\u2019s all too easy to grab the remote rather than your partner once the kids are asleep. But an enjoyable sex life is an important part of having an intimate relationship, and ignoring the importance of sex can push even loving couples apart. If anything, this only increases stress more. So how can you set the stage for a satisfying sex life? Here are 6 ways to jumpstart your sex drive.<\/p>\n

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  1. Work on Self-Esteem Through Diet and Exercise<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    How you feel about your body influences how you feel about sex, and if you\u2019re feeling tired, fat, or out of shape, even your partner\u2019s reassurances might not get through to you. But you can do something about it starting today, even if it\u2019s something small. Choosing a healthier lunch or cooking a nutritious dinner is a start. So is taking a walk after dinner rather than vegetating in front of the television.<\/p>\n

    A healthy diet and regular exercise can improve your self-image, and when you feel sexier, you\u2019re more confident and relaxed with your partner. Studies have shown that both men and women who are more physically fit enjoy sex more<\/a>. Researchers speculate that increased levels of endorphins, testosterone, and adrenaline that accompany regular exercise contribute to higher libido. And whether or not your sex drive benefits, you\u2019ll still be healthier and have more energy.<\/p>\n

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    1. Get Enough Sleep<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      Around 20% of American adults<\/a> experience chronic sleep deprivation. While the occasional sleepless night is no big deal, chronic sleeplessness takes its toll. Sleep deprivation has been linked to memory problems, cardiovascular disease, and obesity, and it also makes you too tired for sex. What\u2019s more, emotions are heightened by lack of sleep, and when reactions of sadness, anger, or frustration are disproportional, it puts a strain on sex drive.<\/p>\n

      Sleep requirements are individual, but most adults need seven to nine hours per night<\/a>. Take a look at your sleep practices and see where they can be improved. It\u2019s almost too easy to take a smartphone or tablet to bed and stay up later than you intended just browsing social media, for example. Physicians specializing in sleep studies recommend the following healthy sleep practices<\/a>:<\/p>\n