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LIbido boost needed - any ideas (not romantic dinners!)

20 replies

suzeg · 26/08/2006 12:30

Would love to know of any quick fixes - I'm not talking massage and walks on the beach here - more chemicals and drugs! I vaguely remember reading about some kind of scent patch or something that is supposed to get you going... and boy do I need to get going ? Any ideas?
Thanks.

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fullmoonfiend · 26/08/2006 12:34

Damiana drops (available Holland and barrat) apparently good. But have just read recently that Fenugreek (again available in capsules from health shops), while usually taken by b/f mums to promote lactation, is also good for libido, in addition to memory, combatting PMS and 'breast beauty'. So big round of applause for useful old fenugreek

lilymolly · 26/08/2006 14:42

OOH someone else like me Would love quick fix myself, having to go to relate and it is, although worthwhile... very long and drawn out!

fullmoonfiend · 26/08/2006 18:37

without wanting to sound like a killjoy, it does depend on the reason for a big drop in libido. eg, if you are depressed, just knackered from looking after small children, or suffering from a hormonal imbalance, there probably isn't going to be a 'quick fix'. You need to look at the whole picture too.

Callisto · 27/08/2006 12:28

"breast beauty" . Fenugreek here I come...

VeniVidiVickiQV · 27/08/2006 12:37

Get reading a raunchy novel.

Panboy · 27/08/2006 12:47

VVV

VeniVidiVickiQV · 27/08/2006 12:48

What?

Panboy · 27/08/2006 12:54

Seriously, on a similar theme, why not see acouple of raunchy films??

told that 9 1/2 weeks is hot, though I haven't seen it.

and there's a scene in The Postman Always Ringings Twice that gets sems to be 'popular', but again not seen that one either (so sheltered!)

or wander more deeply in the world of porno stuff? Yes it is matter of taste, but that is up to you??

Panboy · 27/08/2006 12:55

sorry, kidding VVV.

mellowma · 27/08/2006 13:04

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fullmoonfiend · 27/08/2006 13:50

I know Callisto - the 'breast beauty' bit came from a very old, obviously translated from another language guide to herbalism I have; but I couldn't think of a better description! Still, can't hurt eh? I also understand fenugreek is one of the main 'ingredients' in those stupid 'make your beasts bigger' compunds they flog on tinternet for obscene amounts of money...

Bucketsofdinosaurs · 27/08/2006 20:11

If you're not ttc you could try the herb Agnus Castus (aka Vitex.) Apparently it sorts out your hormones and all sorts. You can get it in Boots (although they also do a libido-boosting pill for women anyway I believe.)
Longer term, how about dancing lessons together? Lots of face-to-face intimacy and you don't have to feel daft because you're just doing what the instructor tells you. Salsa is nice and easy, gets the blood pumping a bit more.

southeastastra · 27/08/2006 20:12

go for the erotic novel!

fullmoonfiend · 27/08/2006 20:13

'write' one together

Bucketsofdinosaurs · 27/08/2006 20:15

Has anyone read the Anne Rice Sleeping Beauty books? Total carp but quite exciting and not embarrassing to buy

Charleesunnysunsun · 27/08/2006 20:16

Ginseng is good and it will also boost your energy levels.

VeniVidiVickiQV · 27/08/2006 21:12

I know Panboy...twas mock shock...

alexsmilitantmum · 28/08/2006 10:14

any ideas what the libido boosting pill is?

Bucketsofdinosaurs · 30/08/2006 13:22

this looks fun

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