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Many of us know that engaging in sexual activity is good for us, but there are a few lesser known health benefits that are often overlooked. In this article, we’re going to share some of these surprising benefits and how they can transform your life. Now get your kit off and let’s go for a ride!
1 – Stronger Immune System
Have you been feeling poorly lately? Do you seem to pick up every bug that goes around and suffer more than most? If that’s the case, then it could be a sign that you’re not having nearly as much sex as you should be:
- Regular sexual activity has been linked to a stronger immune system. Sexual intercourse increases the levels of immunoglobulin A (IgA), an antibody that plays a vital role in immune defence (one study found that students who engaged in weekly sexual activity had IgA levels 30% higher than those who were abstinent).
- IgA helps protect us from common illnesses such as colds and flu by forming a protective barrier in the respiratory and digestive tracts.
- By engaging in regular sexual activity, we can potentially boost our immune system’s ability to fight off infections and stay healthier.
2 – Improved Libido and Sexual Function
It might sound crazy, but if you aren’t craving sex it could be because you aren’t having enough of it…In other words, the more sex you have the more you’ll want. It’s a “slippery slope” in the most positive sense of the phrase:
- Regular sexual activity can have a positive impact on libido and sexual function for both men and women.
- Women may experience improved vaginal lubrication, leading to increased comfort and enjoyment during sex.
- Men may notice enhanced erectile performance and an increased desire for more sexual activity, ultimately leading to a positive cycle of improved sexual health and satisfaction.
3 – Better Bladder Control for Women
If you are constantly having to wait around while your partner nips off to the toilet for a wee, you might have yourself to blame:
- Women who engage in regular sexual activity may experience improved bladder control.
- Contractions of the pelvic floor muscles during orgasm help strengthen these muscles, leading to better control over urinary function.
- Regular sexual activity can reduce the risk of urinary incontinence and improve overall bladder health.
4 – Natural Painkiller
Sorry ladies, but you can no longer use “I’ve got a headache” as a viable excuse to get out of having sex with your partner. As it turns out, sex is the perfect remedy for a sore head:
- Sexual activity triggers the release of endorphins, which act as natural painkillers in the body.
- Endorphins are known to reduce pain and promote feelings of pleasure and well-being.
- Engaging in regular sexual activity can provide natural relief from headaches, menstrual cramps, and other forms of mild to moderate pain.
Of course, any excuse is a viable excuse if you don’t feel up for having sex. Body autonomy is paramount and no means no. However, that doesn’t mean you can’t slip off and relieve yourself with some sex toys if you have a headache and need a quick pick-me-up!
5 – Counts as Exercise
This is arguably the best reason to have sex: because it counts as exercise! So, for those of you who have somewhat sedentary lifestyles, particularly gamers, you can get a daily dose of much-needed exercise, and you can do it horizontally!
- Sexual activity can be a surprisingly effective form of exercise.
- Depending on the intensity and duration, engaging in sexual activity can burn calories, increase heart rate, and engage various muscle groups.
- While it certainly shouldn’t replace a dedicated fitness routine, regular sexual activity can complement an active lifestyle and contribute to overall physical well-being.
Conclusion
And there it is: the 5 surprising health benefits of engaging in regular sexual activity.
While having sex with your partner shouldn’t feel like a chore, we can all agree that sometimes it can feel cumbersome, especially if your body hasn’t been getting the exercise and nutrition that it craves.
In any case, if you change the way you view having regular sex and treat it more as a necessary, healthful exercise, you can not only have more fun and feel closer to your partner, but you’ll both be all the healthier and happier for it as well!
