Supplements like melatonin and saw palmetto may impact libido

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Certain wellness supplements commonly used to improve sleep or manage hair loss may inadvertently decrease libido by altering hormone levels.

Melatonin, frequently used for sleep and relaxation, may negatively impact the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal (HPG) axis. This interaction can suppress reproductive hormones, such as luteinizing hormone, which is linked to sexual interest.

Additionally, saw palmetto—often taken to treat hair loss or symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)—may have the opposite effect of its intended use by potentially lowering libido. Other supplements noted for similar potential effects include St. John’s wort and licorice root.

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Saw palmetto · melatonin

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[● 2 SOURCES] Melatonin may negatively influence the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal (HPG) axis, potentially suppressing reproductive hormones. dnyuz.com · nypost.com
[● 2 SOURCES] Melatonin, saw palmetto, St. John’s wort, and licorice root may lower hormone levels associated with libido. dnyuz.com · nypost.com
[● 2 SOURCES] Saw palmetto, often used for hair loss or prostate symptoms, may have the opposite effect of increasing libido. dnyuz.com · nypost.com

Sources

4 supplements that might be sneakily sapping your libido - Dining and Cooking [www.diningandcooking.com]

29 days ago

4 supplements that might be sneakily sapping your libido [dnyuz.com]

29 days ago

4 supplements that might be sneakily sapping your libido [nypost.com]

29 days ago