Chanan, thank you for your input. Could you expound just a tad, as to properties of Anise seed that enhance libido? You did a bit of research prior, I assume. Would be curious to hear a bit more on this herb, if you would be so kind. I'm all about the natural, but want to be careful not to end up with negative side effects, as I mention above. Some recommended products, by an employee at a local healthfood store, had negative effects on the heart and eyes, as an example. Thanks again, look forward to a reply. Anyone else with knowledge, weigh in.

Been scouting healthfood stores and online for libido boosters/enhancers that might add to a guys stamina and recovery time. I had a guy today direct my attention to a couple products - "sport" type products, one of the two was a form of hormone, or something to increase development, and both were supposedly "safe", but after reading the labels both stated that there could be negetive effects on the arteries or heart, or eyes. These were not your "old school" find-in-the-gym type herbs, mind ya, but still some of the same risks. I was disappointed. I do have some Maca and Rhodiola, and also take some Ashwagandha. I drink a little Yerb Mate too. I believe these to be very safe, though it's possible one of them is effecting my skin (breaking out some). Not to get off track, but anyone familiar with that as a side effect? I love the Rhodiola, but wondering if that's the culprit, or? So... weigh in, anyone been down this road or traveling my way these days? I hate the thought of going with one of the pharmaceuticals, as I prefer natural, if I can find a safe bet. Anyone care to contribute to the conversation. I'm a middle age guy who works out regularly and is in darn good physical shape for my age. I eat healthy and watch my colesterol/blood pressure (which are fantastic and I aim to keep it that way). Thanks.

When I was in my 30's and 40's I used several "male endurance" products, mostly discovered via a gym I worked out at, but also found at a few "health" stores. I put the word health in parenthesis because the products I was using turned out to be horrible for my blood pressure and also ended up giving me a blocked artery. I should have done more research first, not after, but once I did my due diligence and homework/research, I discovered that if one looked deep enough into the subject that many of the usual products - often combined together in capsule form, did indeed prove to be damaging in such respect. I alerted the health stores of such and asked them if they were really into people's health or more into their bottom line. Some chose to remove, others didn't. So... older and wiser me, with libido needing a bit of a pep up (for real this time), would still like to maybe use something as I age to maintain my stamina and desire, but certainly don't want to impact my health again. I'm probably not alone here? Would there be any interested parties willing to weigh in on this subject? Thanks in advance. I lean towards natural products and remedies mostly in my life, fyi.

I want to thank everyone that weighed in with their valuable experience and oppinions here, and encouraged me to continue doing research and homework. This is a brand new relationship and not too complicated yet, nor with a set expectation from either party, so this will be an easy decision for me. After doing my do dilligence, I am going to keep the relationship platonic for obvious reasons. I am a guy who has worked hard his whole life to be healthy and fit. It is part of my lifestyle, something I'm proud of. I also am a guy who revels in the senses... ALL the senses, and do not want to rob myself of the experience of a woman or a relationship in all it's nuances and "flavors", all it's subtle joys and experiences. I'm too hungry for exploration and new experiences to be limited. Life is short, live it to the fullest, but in manners to do no harm to others! Thank you one and all. I know what an important subject this is for everyone, so glad it came up, even if at the expense of my confession. I'll move on.

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I have a new girlfriend who shared with me that she has had herpes since she was in her late teens. She is in her late 40's now. She says she controls it with diet, as she does not want to endure the possible side effect of a repressed immune system with herpes medications. I'm just starting to educate myself. Are all herpes medications risky (as risky as unprotected sex with such a partner - don't have to warn me there)? Is she correct to worry. I'm all for natural anything if it can be successful, of course.
I have combined natural with western pharmaceuticals in the past. Also, she says she can tell when it's active ("rarely") as she gets symptoms, especially in her legs. She might have been trying to assauge my fears of oral sex in this case (which I have not practiced with her). Is there a cure yet? We want to practice oral sex for one thing. I can use a condome for intercourse, though I hate to (I had a vesectomy years ago). Any medical advice here would be appreciated, especially straight information, from perhaps a medical professional. Thanks.

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