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How often should couples have sex?
No matter what the Hollywood movies try to sell us, there’s no such thing as the perfect sex life. Even committed, happy couples can have their issues in the bedroom. Normal hurdles include body hang-ups, performance anxiety, past trauma, and fear of intimacy – but perhaps the most common concern of all is the worry that we’re simply not having enough sex. If you find yourself constantly comparing yourself to others and […]
LloydsPharmacy Sexual Health and Wellbeing Survey – the results!
Back in September, as part of Sexual Health Week 2020, LloydsPharmacy asked you to take part in their Sexual Health and Wellbeing survey. We wanted to find out how sex affects your relationship and wellbeing, and if COVID-19 has changed your attitude to dating. Over 1200 of you responded and today we’re going to explore […]
Lost your sex drive? What is hypoactive sexual desire disorder?
It is estimated that 1 in 3 women experience some loss of sex drive during their lifetime. It’s important to remember that this problem is not uncommon, so you are not alone in feeling this way. But it’s often not discussed which can cause distress and a loss of intimacy in relationships. Hypoactive sexual desire […]
How to make planned sex fun
The day-job, children, housework, food shopping, socialising – even if you still have some energy at the end of the day, you might not find time for sex. And planned sex doesn’t seem an appealing prospect, right? It’s true that being pressed for time rarely makes for a great sexual experience. Checking your watch beforehand (or […]
How to overcome a loss of sexual desire in long-term relationships
In long-term relationships, most couples find that their sexual desire for one another dwindles over time. In fact, it has been suggested that the initial surge of sexual desire only lasts around six to 18 months. This is completely normal and there’s actually some science behind it. Usually, when a couple first get together, the […]
The pill and sex drive
The contraceptive pill has had a wondrous impact on women’s freedom to choose when and if to have children, but your sex drive on the pill can sometimes be significantly affected. Most women report little change in their sex drive while on birth control, but if your sex drive on the pill has changed, it can […]
Does sex drive decrease with age?
With increasing age, a natural fall in testosterone may lead you to experience a lower libido (sex drive) as well as taking longer to achieve an erection, which can be distressing. There are several factors that can contribute to this, but you will be pleased to hear, there are some effective treatments. As an older […]
Are bald men more virile?
It’s often said that bald men are more virile. But why is this and is there any science to back it up? The apparent link comes down to levels of testosterone. The story goes that excess levels of testosterone leads to baldness and therefore, bald men have more testosterone. And as excess testosterone does actually […]
5 unexpected benefits of exercise
We all know exercise is good for us. Not only does it improve our blood flow, it also gives us a healthier heart, better lung function and stronger muscles. However, it doesn’t stop there. The list of health benefits to gain from regular exercise goes on. Here, we list some of the hidden benefits of exercise, […]