Low libido in your follicular phase
Low libido is reduced sexual desire compared with your higher-energy days. In your follicular phase it tends to flare because estrogen climbs steadily from its low and energy rebuilds, which can bring on low libido.
What's happening in your follicular phase
Estrogen is climbing. You feel more energetic, social, and creative, and your body recovers well from harder training.
What to eat
How to move
movement that boosts circulation and mood can gently lift desire.
Quick relief
- Expect desire to ebb and flow with the cycle, which is normal.
- Sleep and stress management matter more than any single food.
- Connection and lower stress often matter more than libido tricks.
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Frequently asked questions
Why do I get low libido in my follicular phase?
In your follicular phase, estrogen climbs steadily from its low and energy rebuilds, which can bring on low libido.
What should I eat for low libido?
Foods that help include salmon, dark chocolate, avocado, beets.