Natural aphrodisiacs: Do they work? - Augusta Health

Content provided by Mayo Clinic. Date Updated: 08/11/2020 . Answer Section. There's little evidence to support the effectiveness of most substances thought of as natural aphrodisiacs — natural substances that may enhance sexual function. Some foods and supplements are sometimes claimed to affect libido. ...

Yohimbe: Usefulness and Safety | NCCIH

Yohimbe is an evergreen tree native to central and western Africa. It has a compound called yohimbine in its bark. The bark has been used traditionally as an aphrodisiac and to enhance sexual performance. Yohimbe is promoted for erectile dysfunction, athletic performance, weight loss, angina (chest pain caused by not enough blood flow to the ...

What to do if mood medications are affecting your sex life

Adding another medication like bupropion, an antidepressant that can actually stimulate arousal and libido. Lowering the dose so that mood symptoms are still treated but side effects improve. Switching to other antidepressants such as bupropion and mirtazapine, which have fewer sexual side effects. Talk to your health care team before ...