A guest post by Dr. Hafeez Arshad
Are you unable to control your sexual desires and feelings? Do you constantly find yourself sexually frustrated and distracted with sexual thoughts? No doubt, coping with a constantly high sexual drive is quite exasperating. From facing the anger of a spouse, to spending countless hours looking at pornography, men are in search of something that can help them with this.
That’s where anaphrodisiacs, substances that lower the libido, become a blessing for sexually frustrated people. From finding ways to lower the elevated sex desire to purchasing different drugs, the merchandise of anaphrodisiacs has tremendously increased.
In this article, you’ll get to know more about anaphrodisiacs, their effectiveness, clinical implications, and the importance of having a balanced sexual life.
What are anaphrodisiacs?
Anaphrodisiacs fall into the category of drugs that blunt the sexual drive. For years, people scavenged for natural remedies to help them control their sexual drive. Advancements in pharmacological science have led to the development of supplements that function as anaphrodisiacs. These supplemental drugs provide many holistic options for both men and women to lower their sex drive.
How effective are anaphrodisiacs?
We know that many natural substances and drugs get the engine revved-up, but what about foods that kill its soaring state and roll it downhill to normal? Surely, sex drive isn’t something you can unconsciously dwindle easily just by sprinkling a little something on your food. It takes a full diet for your mental power to overwhelm hoisted libido.
Although some anaphrodisiacs are thought to be as effective as sex hormones lowering drugs, yet the evidence in the past regarding anaphrodisiacs had been is a bit anecdotal. However, many studies showed that certain substances do function as anaphrodisiacs.
Efficacious Anaphrodisiac Ingredients, Drugs, and Remedies
Several substances have shown mind-provoking results regarding their anaphrodisiac nature and their ability to quell libido. These include:
Chasteberry: This is also known as monk’s pepper after its usage by celibate monks. Chasteberry has been shown to decrease the levels of various hormones, especially prolactin. Some studies revealed that these berries are anaphrodisiac in their functionality.1
Dong Quai: Dong Quai is a Chinese herbal compound derived from the herb, Angelica Sinensis. It has been long used by females for controlling their sexual activity. Several theories strongly claim it to be an anaphrodisiac.2
Soy: Soybeans contain a protein that is full of compounds called isoflavones. A study done by Kraemer and his colleagues advocated that soy protein has estrogen-like effects which can help in lowering the sexual drive.3
Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors: These are the drugs that were specifically made for patients having mood disorders, anxiety, and depression. However, the patients who consumed these, claimed that these totally decrease their interest in sex. Many people nowadays take such medicines to lower their libido.4
Digitalis: Digitalis drug is widely used in clinics and critical-care settings to lower the heartbeat. It also is widely used for other purposes. Several research projects found that the patients who received digitalis injections significantly decreased sex drive. This thus indicates that digitalis could possibly be used as an anaphrodisiac drug.5
Long, Intense Workouts: A recent study published in PubMed proves regular basis endurance exercises and intense workouts to be highly associated with decreased libido scores in men.6
How to live a balanced sexual life?
Fulfilling sexual desires is a necessity for a variety of reasons. Many people fail to acknowledge their need for a balanced and healthy sexual life. By understanding the pivotal physical and emotional components that underlie a satisfactory sex life, you can better navigate problems if they arise.
These guidelines can help you maintain a healthy sex life:
- Educate yourself by reading the materials that provide information about sexual issues.
- Kegel exercise might help strengthen the pelvic muscles and improve sexual fitness.
- Get medical advice from your doctor or sex therapist, especially if you’re having any issues regarding sexual fitness and libido.
- If any sort of medicinal treatment is needed, don’t be shy and seek medical care as soon as possible.7
The Bottom Line
The science of anaphrodisiacs keeps evolving and their effectiveness keeps improving. Many are afflicted with this problem of hypersexuality, and will be pleased to know that this is now medically treatable. So why just and wait for a miracle to resolve an ongoing problem of increased libido? Book an appointment with your doctor or health care professional and consult him or her regarding different anaphrodisiacs and their usage.
References
1. Roemheld-Hamm, B. Chasteberry. Am. Fam. Physician 72, 821–824 (2005).
2. Al-Bareeq, R. J., Ray, A. A., Nott, L., Pautler, S. E. & Razvi, H. Dong Quai (angelica sinensis) in the treatment of hot flashes for men on androgen deprivation therapy: results of a randomized double-blind placebo controlled trial. Can. Urol. Assoc. J. 4, 49–53 (2010).
3. Kraemer, W. J. et al. The Effects of Soy and Whey Protein Supplementation on Acute Hormonal Responses to Resistance Exercise in Men. J. Am. Coll. Nutr. 32, 66–74 (2013).
4. Nørr, L., Bennedsen, B., Fedder, J. & Larsen, E. R. Use of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors reduces fertility in men. Andrology 4, 389–394 (2016).
5. Digitalis an Anaphrodisiac. Edinb. Med. J. 19, 80 (1873).
6. Hackney, A. C., Lane, A. R., Register-Mihalik, J. & Oʼleary, C. B. Endurance Exercise Training and Male Sexual Libido. Med. Sci. Sports Exerc. 49, 1383–1388 (2017).
7. 11 ways to help yourself to a better sex life - Harvard Health. https://www.health.harvard.edu/healthbeat/11-ways-to-help-yourself-to-a-better-sex-life.
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