With increasing age, many changes come in our life and sexual life is also not untouched by this. Often people think that intimacy reduces after the age of 50, but this is just a misunderstanding.
The reality is that with the right information, care and open thoughts, sexual life can be maintained even after 50, which can be deeper and better than in youth. How can one improve sexual life after the age of 50? Dr. Anuranjita Pallavi, Senior Gynecologist and IVF Consultant, Medicover Hospitals, Navi Mumbai, is telling us about this.
talk openly with your partner
The most important thing for a happy sexual life is to talk openly with your partner. With age, many changes occur in the body, about which it is important to talk to your partner. Be it any physical problem, reduced desire for intimacy or any matter of the mind, discussing all these increases trust and love in the relationship.
- Express your wishes- Without hesitation, tell what you like and what you don’t.
- Listen to your partner- try to understand his words and feelings.
- Be innovative – Talk about trying new things together.
Open communication not only increases physical closeness but also deepens the emotional connection in the relationship.
take care of health
Health has a direct impact on your sexual life. Even after 50, it is important to remain active and take care of your body.
- Exercise daily- Do at least 30 minutes of light exercise every day like walking, jogging, swimming or yoga. It increases your stamina, flexibility and blood flow. Exercise reduces stress and improves sexual life.
- Balanced diet- Take fruits, vegetables, whole grains and low protein diet. Avoid overly processed food, sugar and unhealthy fats, these can harm sexual life.
- Drink enough water- Drinking enough water is important for health as well as sexual health.
Problems related to sexual health
After 50, both men and women may have some sexual health related problems. It is important to understand these and get them treated.
- Dryness in the vagina- Decrease in estrogen hormone after menopause can cause dryness in the vagina, itching and pain during sexual relations.
remedy
Lubricants and moisturizers provide instant relief. Hormonal creams or pills may also help. Sexual desire in women may decrease due to hormonal changes, stress or medications. It is important to understand the reasons and get them treated.
Consult an expert
If you face any sexual problem, it is very important to seek advice from an expert. He can understand your problem and suggest the right treatment. Don’t be ashamed of it, because it is an important part of your overall health.
reduce stress and get enough sleep
Stress and lack of sleep have a direct impact on sexual health.
- Reduce stress- Meditation, yoga, deep breathing or spending time with friends and family helps reduce stress.
- Get enough sleep – Getting good sleep of 7-8 hours daily is important for both body and mind. Adequate sleep increases energy and sexual desire also improves.
Increase emotional intimacy
Sexual life is not just physical, it is also an important part of emotional connection. After 50, sexual life may be a little slow, but satisfactory.
- Spend time together – Watching movies together, going out for dinner or just chatting strengthens the relationship and increases closeness.
- Touch and affection – Hugging, holding hands and caressing your partner deepens the emotional connection.