Lifestyle Factors
Many lifestyle factors may influence your libido.
These suggested guidelines may be helpful in improving your condition.
You should consult your healthcare professional to find out
whether these tips are suitable for you, to get an individually
tailored program and to get more information about these instructions.
Alcohol
Reducing intake of alcohol is a very important lifestyle factor.
Light consumption may assist in creating an intimate or
relaxed mood or atmosphere. However excess consumption will
have a detrimental effect on your libido and the possible benefits from Viril-X.
Tobacco
Quitting or limiting use of tobacco product is recommended for men as part of the program.
Recreational Drugs
Some people would assert that recreational drugs may assist in creating an intimate atmosphere.
There are inherent dangers in using such substances,
and they have a variety of detrimental effects on the male body.
Sleep
Most people know they cannot perform at their peak in most
tasks when they suffer from a lack of sleep.
Sleep deprivation, or exhaustion can have a considerably negative effect on libido.
In modern times it can be very difficult to gain adequate rest.
We recommend that you get minimum of 7-8 hours sleep
(most men know what they really require to feel fully rested).
It is very important that your sleeping patterns are regular.
Allow time for periods of intimacy and time for sleep.
Stress
Work schedules, increasing competitive pressures, racial discrimination
and prejudice, sexual harrassment, religious intolerance, marital instability,
changing household roles, environmental concerns,
childcare and rearing issues, transportation overload, running to deadline, road rage…
(Roper Starch Worldwide survey of 30,000 people between the ages of 13-65 in 30
countries globally found that 23% of women executives and 19% of male executives say they feel "super stressed".)
Stress can mean many things to different people. Most people couldn't define stress,
but could relate to or understand the concept. What is clear is that stress is usually a
negative rather than a positive feeling, we all suffer to some extent to chronic or long term stress.
It's common knowledge. Stress can trigger a host of illnesses – including
loss of libido, hair loss and heart attack. Your anxiety may even kill you – literally.
But the stress response is a survival response and we actually need stress
to function efficiently. The trick is not to eliminate stress altogether
but to ensure that your mind and body are equipped to manage stress better.
Manage stress and you can really improve your quality of life.
You feel happier ... get sick less often ... have more energy ...and stay calm, cool,
and collected. Working to relax and alleviating stress in your life
may assist in improving your libido.
Control your weight
You may want to speak to your healthcare professional
to devise a plan as to how you will be able to get or maintain
your weight within reasonable limits. There has been very solid research
showing that obesity is a risk factor for erectile dysfunction, low testosterone
and poor libido. The dietary measures below will help you to maintain your weight
within the normal range and even allow for some weight loss.
Good eating habits
Too much saturated fat can clog arteries and prevent adequate blood
flow from reaching the genital region. Reduce your intake of saturated fats
such as butter, margarine, cheese, ice cream, meat, deep fried foods, animal products etc.
Fish should be consumed 3 – 4 times each week and other sources
of good fats such as avocado, olives and olive oil, nuts and seeds
are also important. Nuts are rich in Omega-3 fatty acids, which
have been shown to lower cholesterol. They also contain other heart-healthy
nutrients, such as magnesium, folic acid and zinc.
Avoid sources of refined carbohydrates such as white bread, white pasta,
biscuits, white rice, sugar etc. Choose whole grains such as grain-rich breads,
brown pasta and rice, etc. Oats are the grain of choice, as research has shown it
increases the amount of testosterone in the blood. Studies have also shown
that soy is beneficial to the prostate, a crucial male sex organ.
Eat plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables – especially very colourful
ones as they are very high in anti-oxidants.
Chilli and ginger are believed to improve circulation and
stimulate nerve endings, which can improve sexual pleasure.
Capsaicin, the active compound in chilli which gives them their 'burn',
might also trigger the brain to release endorphins, substances that
can create a sensation of pleasure. Chilli also stimulates the nervous system,
which accentuates the effects of sexual arousal.
Reduce intake of salt to prevent water retention and high blood pressure.
Exercise
You may want to speak to your health care professional to devise
a plan of how to go about incorporating exercise into your lifestyle.
Exercise will not only help to maintain a healthy weight but will also
help to improve blood flow and circulatory health.
For further weight loss advice, see your healthcare professional or visit the
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