Yo! Gather round peeps. It's me, Jasmin, here to spill the tea on a topic we all love—SEX. Not just the "Ooh la la" but how it's good for your health too. Ready to dig in?
1. Revs Up Your Immune Defense System
Here's the bombshell - getting frisky under the sheets helps keep you fit as a fiddle. According to our resident sex health guru, Dr. Yvonne K. Fulbright, people who frequently get their groove on tend to call in sick less often. Wild, right? A research gang at Wilkes University found that students who were knocking boots one or two times a week had higher levels of certain antibodies—nature's little soldiers that help keep you healthy.
But, hold up! This isn't your free pass to skimp on a healthy diet, regular exercise, a good night's sleep, vaccinations, or playing safe if you're unsure about your and your partner's STD statuses. Stay woke, peeps!
2. Lights Up Your Libido
In the mood for a spicier sex life? Well, according to Dr. Lauren Streicher, the more you do it, the more you'll want it. For my ladies out there, regular sex boosts vaginal lubrication, blood flow, and elasticity, making everything more enjoyable and leaving you craving more.
3. Powers Up Women's Bladder Control
Gals, the struggle with incontinence is real for about 30% of us at some point. Good news: sex acts like a workout for your pelvic floor muscles. Having an orgasm leads to contractions in these muscles, making them stronger. Win-win!
4. Takes Down Your Blood Pressure
Who knew? Regular romps in the bedroom may help lower blood pressure, according to Dr. Joseph J. Pinzone. But, be aware, we're talking specifically about sex here, not self-pleasure. So, don't sweat the small stuff—get busy instead!
5. Acts as Exercise
Sex—way more fun than hitting the treadmill, and it also burns calories! According to Dr. Pinzone, sex uses about five calories per minute. It gets your heart rate up and uses various muscles. So why not squeeze in a 'sexercise' session or two into your schedule?
6. Reduces Heart Attack Risk
Your ticker loves a good romp, too. Regular sex not only raises your heart rate, it also keeps your estrogen and testosterone levels balanced. Low levels of these hormones can lead to issues like osteoporosis and heart disease. Frequent action between the sheets might just help keep these problems at bay.
7. Eases Pain
Got a headache or feeling achy? Before you pop an aspirin, try reaching cloud nine. Orgasms release a hormone that helps raise your pain threshold, blocking the ouchies. Even just a little bit of stimulation without reaching the peak can help block chronic pain. No harm in trying, right?
8. May Help Keep Prostate Cancer at Bay
Guys, more good news for you. Regular eruptions—be it through sex, nocturnal emission, or a solo session—could reduce the risk of prostate cancer, according to a study in the Journal of the American Medical Association.
9. Enhances Sleep
Having a hard time catching some Zs? Sex might be just the remedy you need. After orgasm, your body releases the hormone prolactin, responsible for feelings of relaxation and sleepiness. It's like nature's lullaby!
10. Diminishes Stress
Feeling anxious or stressed? Get a little closer to your partner. Dr. Sheenie Ambardar suggests that touching and hugging can release your body's natural “feel-good hormone”. Plus, sexual arousal gets your brain's pleasure and reward system going, boosting your self-esteem and happiness. It's not just a recipe for a healthy life, but a happy one, too.
So, there you have it, folks. A healthy sex life is not only pleasurable, it's got loads of health benefits too. Now go out there and enjoy it responsibly. Peace!
10 Facts About Sex
1. Sex Can Burn Calories
Gettin' down and dirty is a fun way to burn those calories. Depending on how active you are during sex, you can burn anywhere from 70 to 100 calories per session.
2. Sexual Desire Doesn't Diminish with Age
Sexual desire doesn't automatically fade away with age. Many older adults continue to enjoy a satisfying and healthy sex life well into their senior years.
3. Orgasms Can Relieve Pain
Having an orgasm can actually relieve pain. This is due to the release of endorphins, which can increase your pain tolerance and give you a sense of euphoria.
4. It's Possible to Have Sex in Your Sleep
Sexsomnia is a rare sleep disorder that causes an individual to seek sexual activity in their sleep. It's related to sleepwalking and can lead to some awkward morning conversations!
5. Semen is Low in Calories
Despite various myths, a single ejaculation contains only about 5 to 7 calories. It's mostly composed of fructose, enzymes, and water.
6. The Clitoris Contains 8,000 Nerve Endings
That's twice as many as in the penis! This makes the clitoris one of the most sensitive areas of the female body.
7. Men Think About Sex More Often Than Women—But Not as Much as You'd Think
According to a study from Ohio State University, men think about sex approximately 19 times per day, while women think about it 10 times per day on average.
8. The 'G-Spot' was Nearly Called the 'Whipple Tickle'
Yes, you read that right. The term 'G-Spot' was nearly named after Dr. Beverley Whipple, who coined the term after German gynecologist Ernst Gräfenberg.
9. Most Mammals Have a Bone in Their Penis, But Humans Don't
In the animal kingdom, a penile bone (or baculum) is common. Humans, however, rely on blood flow for erections. It's a unique aspect of our species.
10. Regular Sex Can Help Improve Memory
Some studies suggest that regular sex can help improve memory. This could be due to the release of various hormones during sexual activity, which can aid in the creation of new neurons in the hippocampus—an area of the brain crucial for learning and memory.