Just because something is common doesn’t make it normal.

)1I suggest having your iron and ferritin levels tested to see where you add up.

What to do:If your levels are low, you have to find out the cause.

William Cole, IFMCP, DNM, D.C.

I suggest first working with your doctor to rule out any internal bleeds.

Adrenal fatigue

Adrenal fatigueoccurs when the adrenal glands are not properly producing the stress hormone cortisol.

I also recommend working with your doctor to find a personalized plan.

Bindiya Gandhi, M.D.

Underactive thyroid

Underactive thyroids4don’t produce enough hormones, which can lead to lethargy, exhaustion, and fatigue.

Gut problems

Your gastrointestinal system is known as the “second brain” because of the gut-brain axis.

This connection leads tomood disorders, like stress, anxiety, and depression.

William Cole, IFMCP, DNM, D.C.

Some doctors suggestintermittent fasting and keto diets may help lower insulin levels.

Medications

One issue that is often overlooked when it comes to a low libido is medication.

What to do:Talk with your doctor about potential alternatives to the medication you’re taking.

What to do:Practicestress-reduction, like mindfulness, meditation, yoga, tai chi, and breathwork.

Instead focus onanti-inflammatory foodsand get plenty of sleep.

One study foundpeople who ate a low-fat diet had significantly lower testosterone levels14than those who did not.

What to do:Eat plenty of healthy fats.

This can includehealthy oilsand omega-3 fatty acids, like fish, seeds, and nuts.