Too Tired for Sex? Here’s Why

When many women reach middle age, they find that their interest in sex is waning. For some, sex has become painful or they just lack the energy for a romantic interlude. In fact, one in 10 menopausal women has expressed a lack of interest in sex and write it off as a normal part of growing older. However, that is hardly the truth. Though low libido commonly occurs in middle-aged women, it is not “normal.” Sexual dysfunction, including low sexual desire, can often be a signal that something else is wrong in the body. Low levels of testosterone are a common reason women experience decreases in sex drive with age. Testosterone therapy has been shown to rejuvenate sexual desire and increase the frequency of sexual activity. Adequate testosterone includes other benefits as well, including reducing inflammation in the body and lowering your risk of disease. It has also been shown to improve energy levels, reduce depression and anxiety, and sharpen cognition. New research is finding that the efficacy of testosterone therapy for sexual desire in women is closely linked to the delivery method. .  .Read More