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How can I improve my sex life?

A drop in sex drive isn’t always a problem. Sex drive naturally fluctuates and if you’re happy having sex occasionally – or even not at all – that’s fine. But it can be a problem for couples when there are mismatched expectations.
Want to lift your libido? Then follow our guide...
Just think of the health benefits sex provides
If you’ve gone off sex , it’s worth ¬rekindling an interest if only for the health benefits. “Orgasm stimulates production of the body’s natural killer cells, which fight infection, boost immunity and even offer some ¬protection against cancer,” says ¬psychotherapist Marisa Peer, author of You Can Be Younger.
“You also release oxytocin, dubbed the love hormone, which boosts mood, ¬alleviates stress and reinforces the bond between you and your partner.”

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