Supplements for low libido

Written to our editorial standards · reviewed against published research· Updated 2 Jun 2026
Hormones & libido

Low sex drive can be supported by zinc, ashwagandha, and maca, and in men by tongkat ali, alongside checking testosterone and thyroid.

Zinc is needed to make testosterone and a shortfall lowers it, ashwagandha can improve libido partly by lowering stress, and maca is studied for sex drive without clearly changing hormones. In men, tongkat ali supports free testosterone, so checking testosterone and thyroid first makes sense.

Nutrients commonly linked

Zinc Picolinate
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Ashwagandha KSM-66
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Maca Root
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Tongkat Ali
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Biomarkers worth checking

These are the blood tests most relevant here. Knowing your numbers tells you whether a supplement is the right answer.

Total TestosteroneTSHVitamin D (25-OH)
When to see a doctor

A clear drop in libido, especially with fatigue, mood changes, or erectile problems, deserves a doctor's review and bloodwork rather than guesswork.

Beyond supplements

Sleep, stress, relationship factors, alcohol, and certain medications affect libido strongly; address these alongside.

Common questions

What supplements help with low libido?
Low sex drive can be supported by zinc, ashwagandha, and maca, and in men by tongkat ali, alongside checking testosterone and thyroid. The nutrients most often linked are Zinc Picolinate, Ashwagandha KSM-66, Maca Root, Tongkat Ali.
Which deficiencies are associated with low libido?
Zinc is needed to make testosterone and a shortfall lowers it, ashwagandha can improve libido partly by lowering stress, and maca is studied for sex drive without clearly changing hormones. In men, tongkat ali supports free testosterone, so checking testosterone and thyroid first makes sense.
When should I see a doctor about low libido?
A clear drop in libido, especially with fatigue, mood changes, or erectile problems, deserves a doctor's review and bloodwork rather than guesswork.

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Educational use only, not medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Symptoms have many possible causes, and the nutrients here are commonly associated with this symptom, not a guaranteed fix. Always consult a qualified clinician, especially if symptoms are severe, persistent, or new.