So, you have lived a life full of passion, intimacy, and sex, and then you hit menopause and everything changes. It can be extremely disheartening and a blow to your ego when you lose your libido. But you are not alone, as this is a common side effect of menopause.
Eat a Healthy Diet
It is no secret that when you eat a healthy diet, you feel better about yourself. Your clothes fit better, you have more energy, and you are getting healthy. Begin with simple steps such as snacking on almonds instead of potato chips, opt for fresh veggies to accompany your grilled chicken instead of mashed potatoes, and if you really need that dessert, try a small amount of dark chocolate or fresh fruit.
Drink Lots of Water
Doctors recommend drinking eight glasses of water a day. Not only does water keep you hydrated, it has many positive effects for your skin and health.
Exercise
Exercising gives your body a rush of endorphins, causing your mood to lighten and energy levels to increase. Fun, group exercises include Zumba with its hot Latin beats, sexy dance moves and energizing atmosphere, is the perfect exercise to help you out of your sex slump. Go after work and make sure your husband will be around when you get home, and maybe you can burn a few extra calories with him after class.
Buy Something Sexy
When you aren't feeling great about yourself, it is easy to neglect your appearance. But this can often just makes matters worse, causing a vicious cycle involving low self esteem and body image. If you are feeling unhappy about your appearance, address the issues. Find something that does make you feel sexy, whether it is a new piece of lingerie or jeans.
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Sources
- Studd, John. "Loss of Libido and Menopause". The Management of Menopause. Annual Review 1998. Partenon Publishing.
- Channon L.D and Ballinger S.E. "Some Aspects of Sexuality and Vaginal Symptoms during Menopause and their Relation to Anxiety and Depression". British Journal of Medical Psychology. June 1986. 59 (2): 173-80.
- Sarell, Philip, M.D. "Psychosexual effects of menopause: Role of androgens". American Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology. March 1999. 180: 3S-II.