How to enjoy sex during menopause
Before sex, put some sterile, water-soluble jelly on your vaginal entrance. Water-based jellies are better than oil-based ones because they're less likely to promote infections and they won’t cause the rubber of a condom to perish.
Avoid talcum powder, perfumed toilet papers and any fragranced bath oils and foams which can irritate the vagina.
Avoid washing the inside of your labia with soap as it tends to dry out the skin.
Avoid remedies for genital itchiness that contain antihistamine or perfume.
Spend longer on foreplay to give your body more time to produce its own lubrication.
Women who have naturally low histamine levels may find it difficult to reach orgasm. If you take antihistamines on a regular basis you may have less sexual desire and delayed orgasm.
Zinc is a mineral that promotes histamine production and deficiency can occur in women who suffer from heavy bleeding or diet a lot. Try to increase your zinc intake with zinc-rich foods, such as sardines and wheat.
