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Low libido or Low sex drive in
Men. Ayurveda remedies for Low libido
Low libido or lack of sex
drive is the most common sexual dysfunction. This sexual dysfunction can drain
intimacy from the relationship. Lack of libido or low libido is most
common in women but quite rare in men.
Men with low sex drive can
achieve erections but have very less desire for sex. But men with erectile
dysfunction usually have a normal sex drive.
Causes of low libido in men:
The causes for low libido or low sex drive may
be physiological or psychological.
Physical causes
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alcoholism –
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Drug abuse like addiction to cocaine, heroin, marijuana
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Anaemia
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Obesity
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Few medications prescribed for prostate problems, hypertension and
depression
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low level of testosterone hormones
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Major diseases like diabetes ,
Parkinson's disease, endocrine or neurological disorders, hypothyroidism,
cardiovascular diseases, arthritis etc
- male andropause
- not enough sleep
- working long hours
- chronic pain
Psychological causes :
- stress
- unresolved conflicts in
the relationship
- a desire to control or
punish spouse
- a way to have power over
spouse
- sexual conflict or
confusion
- anger
- past sexual abuse
- depression
- family worries
- infidelity
Causes described in ayurveda for low Libido or low sex
drive :
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Having sex by compulsions with a person whom you do
not like.
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Anxiety and stress.
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Eating spicy, salty and hot food increase pitta and destroys SHUKRA
(SEMEN).
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Overindulgence in sexual activities leads to SHUKRA KSHAYA (decrease
in quantity of semen).
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If Vajikara dravyas (Libido enhancers) are not consumed by such
persons regularly ,it may lead to CLIBYA (low libido and impotence).
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By controlling sexual urges for longer duration leads to
VEERYAAVARODHA (Obstruction of semen) and this leads to DECREASED LIBIDO.
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Some acquire the low sex drive by birth.
Remedies for low libido
in men :
The underlying cause must
be evaluated and following remedial measures should be taken
- Withdrawing from alcohol
and drug addiction.
- Reducing body weight.
- Correcting anaemia.
- Getting sufficient
sleep.
- Reducing stress levels
with relaxation techniques.
- Support from spouse or
partner.
Ayurveda treatment for
low sex drive
The treatment adopted in
ayurveda to increase libido, quality and quantity of semen, duration of erection
and to treat infertility effectively is known as VAAJIKARANA
As this therapy increases
the strength of a man to perform sexual act, like a horse, it is called 'Vaajikarana'.
( 'Vaaji'=Horse.)
Vaajikaranamanvicchet
purusho nityamatmawan|
Thadaayattou hi dharmarthou preetishcha yasha yevacha ||
Putrasyaayatanam hyetad gunashchaite sutashrayaha |
This means "The person
who takes virility therapy after rejuvenation therapy gets offspring. Through
these offspring he gains the happiness."
VAAJIKARANA THERAPY
LEADS TO:
- Happiness.
- Good strength.
- Potency to produce offspring.
- Increased span of erection.
Ayurveda has laid much
importance on a male's potency. Charaka states the use of aphrodisiacs as
mentioned in ayurvedic therapies enhances one's potence by leaps and bounds.
These medicines are said to give one the strength and potency of a horse. These
treatments are especially useful for aged people. They are said to increase
libido, duration of hard erection ,sperm count and sperm motility.
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