# 354. Summary: How Cortisol Hinders Your Sex Life - Life Extension

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Podcast: [Live Foreverish](https://stenobird.com/podcast/live-foreverish-71917)
Published: 2026-07-15T18:01:00+00:00
Episode link: https://liveforeverish.podbean.com/e/354-summary-how-cortisol-hinders-your-sex-life-life-extension/
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## Resource

The Cortisol-Libido Connection Guest Bio: In this episode of Live Foreverish, Dr. Mike and Dr. Crystal explore how cortisol, the stress hormone, impacts libido and sexual health. They clarify the difference between sexual desire and performance, discussing Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder and its causes. They offer practical solutions, including blood sugar management, breathwork, gratitude practices, and quality sleep. Additionally, they highlight supplements like ashwagandha, magnolia bark, and lychee fruit extract as evidence-based options for reducing cortisol and supporting healthy libido. #LELEARN #EDULFsocial

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