Since decreased libido can be (but isn't always) a side effect of changing hormonal balance, such as at menopause, herbs that work to restore hormonal balance in women may be a good choice. Andrew Weil, M.D., recommends dong quai (the Chinese herb, also known as Chinese angelica), other Chinese tonic herb formulas, and Siberian ginseng. And Michael Murray, N.D., says the four most successful herbs for increasing estrogen activity are dong quai, licorice root, chasteberry and black cohosh.
black cohosh, according to Dr. Reichman, "can successfully treat several menopausal symptoms, including hot flashes, sleep disturbances and vaginal dryness. When these are improved, sexual…ability and satisfaction may improve as well." Herbs with estrogen-like properties include the Chinese dong quai, a Chinese species of angelica that is one of the more commonly recommended tonics (overall body stimulators and regulators) for flagging libido in women.
Andrew Weil, M.D. and James A. Duke, Ph.D., among others, praise it. Dong quai is an all-purpose sexual and reproductive tonic for women, says Duke. Fennel, fenugreek, anise, and parsley also have estrogen-like qualities. Creams made from wild yam, touted as natural sources of progesterone, seem to improve vaginal dryness significantly in menopausal women.
black cohosh, according to Dr. Reichman, "can successfully treat several menopausal symptoms, including hot flashes, sleep disturbances and vaginal dryness. When these are improved, sexual…ability and satisfaction may improve as well." Herbs with estrogen-like properties include the Chinese dong quai, a Chinese species of angelica that is one of the more commonly recommended tonics (overall body stimulators and regulators) for flagging libido in women.
Andrew Weil, M.D. and James A. Duke, Ph.D., among others, praise it. Dong quai is an all-purpose sexual and reproductive tonic for women, says Duke. Fennel, fenugreek, anise, and parsley also have estrogen-like qualities. Creams made from wild yam, touted as natural sources of progesterone, seem to improve vaginal dryness significantly in menopausal women.
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