Nutrition Facts with Dr. Greger Female Sexual Dysfunction
Jul 31, 2025
Dive into the world of female sexual dysfunction as natural remedies like ginseng and maca take center stage. Discover the risks associated with pharmaceutical solutions and the push for scientifically-backed treatments. Learn how a plant-based diet and specific foods, such as apples, could potentially enhance sexual health. This intriguing discussion not only critiques the status quo but also advocates for more research into safe, natural alternatives for women's well-being.
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Placebo Impact in Female Sexual Dysfunction
- Female sexual dysfunction has a high placebo response, with over two-thirds of treatment effects due to placebo.
- This highlights the importance of placebo controls in research to accurately measure supplement efficacy.
Ashwagandha Benefits Sexual Function
- Ashwagandha improved arousal, lubrication, orgasm, and satisfaction in women without increasing desire.
- Supplementation translated into about one additional successful sexual encounter by study end.
Cholesterol’s Role in Female Dysfunction
- Cholesterol buildup in pelvic arteries can cause sexual dysfunction in women by reducing blood flow and clitoral engorgement.
- This vascular issue contributes to vasculogenic female sexual dysfunction.
