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Spice up your sex life with these 6 steps

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Sexual activity has many benefits, such as improved mood and better physical health. But age-related physical changes can get in the way of sex. There are ways to boost one’s sex life. Pill-free ideas include smoking cessation, exercise, weight control, and alcohol moderation. When pill-free sex boosters aren’t enough to make a difference, it’s time consider medical intervention. It could be a matter of treating an underlying condition or switching to a medication that doesn’t hurt libido. Women may need relief from the effects of hormone changes. Men may need a prescription medication to boost erectile function. 

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