Behold, the 16 health and beauty benefits we reap from having s*x:
1. Keeps Skin Young AND Healthy
s*x increases blood circulation, which helps pump oxygen to our skin resulting in a brighter appearance. Hence: that after-s*x glow. Regular s*xual engagement has prolonged effects in this regard and can actually make us look younger. s*x boosts our natural collagen production, which staves off age spots and sagging. So simply put? More wrinkles in the bed equals fewer wrinkles on your face!
2. Boosts Immunity
You know the old saying, “An apple a day keeps the doctor away”? Turns out there was a typo in that medical journal. It should have said, “Having s*x once or twice a week increases levels of an antibody called immunoglobin A (the stuff that fights off colds and other infections), which really keeps the doctor away!” So more s*x means a stronger immune system. It’s time to cash in those unused sick days as s*x days!
3. Makes Hair Shine
Hormones not only control our s*x drive, but they affect the way our hair looks. Research has shown that a satisfying s*x life results in healthy, lush hair due to the body’s increased ability to receive and metabolize nutrients efficiently. Proof positive that Angelina Jolie and Catherina Zeta-Jones have healthy s*x lives!
4. Produces Healthy Sperm
We know men are proud of their sperm counts, but now we are too! Several studies show that men who have frequent s*x have higher volumes of semen, a higher sperm count and a higher percentage of healthy sperm compared to men who have infrequent s*x. This is good news for women because research shows that semen helps us combat depression, boosts our energy and even helps us have a smoother delivery, if we’re pregnant.
5. Reduces Stress
Life is stressful. And while there are many proven ways to cure stress: daily exercise, evening glass of wine, b*tch-fest with a BFF, morning meditation, a walk on the beach and so on—a good, old-fashioned s*x session does the trick, too! Though blood pressure levels spike during the act itself, maintaining a healthy s*x life helps us keep blood pressure and stress levels low.
6. Strengthens Nails
The same s*x-triggered hormones that make your skin glow also make our nails strong, which means less splitting and breaking, and longer-lasting manicures.
7. Improves Heart Health
Want your guy to live to 100? s*x can help! Research shows that men who have s*x 2+ times per week have a lower risk of heart disease than those who have s*x less than once a month. Of course, I’ve yet to meet a guy who needed cardiovascular research to convince him to have more frequent romps in the sack, but isn’t it nice to know we are helping our guys’ hearts whenever we have s*x?
8. Zaps Zits
Say bye-bye to acne treatments and miracle pills! s*x balances our hormone levels, which results in clearer skin. Probably good we didn’t know this in high school…
9. Hydrates Skin
Now here is some real science for you: s*x improves circulation, gives the body the moisture it needs to stay healthy. Translation: no more dry skin. Furthermore, having sweaty s*x is like a facial for your skin, as sweat expels excess dirt from our pores. Your man: the s*x god and the esthetician? Who knew?
10. Acts As A Natural Pain Killer
Oxytocin, one of the chemicals released during s*x, increases endorphins and decreases pain, particularly headaches. So that headache excuse isn’t going to cut it anymore! s*x also speeds up the healing of wounds, even stubborn sores like those suffered by diabetics. Before heading to the medicine cabinet, why not try a quickie first?
11. Sheds Pounds
Got a few pounds to lose but aren’t willing to abandon your love affair with hot wings and chocolate cake? s*x could be an option! While it’s not as productive at weight loss as more traditional cardio or strength training, we burn an average of 170 calories per hour of active s*x, which is about a pound after 21 hour-long sessions. There are certainly WORSE ways to lose weight.
12. Lowers Cancer Risk
We love our guys, so let’s love their prostates too by helping them get off more often. Studies show that men in their 20s who release 5+ times a week reduced their risk of prostate cancer by a third, and older men reporting 21+ ejaculations per month lowered their risk as well. As for us ladies, regular s*x reduces our risk of chest cancer.
13. Fights Cavities
Turns out that semen is chock-full of zinc, calcium and other tooth decay-fighting minerals that benefit us when our bodies absorb it. While having lots of s*x can’t replace a biannual trip to the dentist, having extra doses of these minerals certainly can’t hurt our pearly whites.
14. Promotes Sleep
Ever wondered why your man konks out after s*x? Turns out, he’s not trying to avoid a cuddle session. The oxytocin released during climax is to blame. Skip the warm milk or the sleeping pill the next time you can’t sleep and try getting busy instead.
15. Keeps The Love Alive
Oxytocin is known as the “love hormone” because it helps people build trust and bond with one other. The more a couple has s*x, the more oxytocin they exchange and, by default, the more bonded they feel. Oxytocin increases feelings of generosity, too, so if you wind up with more random acts of kindness like surprise flowers, you have this miracle hormone to thank.
16. Boosts Self-Esteem
There is good s*x and then there is GREAT s*x, and one of the differentiators is your self-esteem. When you feel amazing about yourself, s*x is infinitely better. But here is the catch: having s*x actually boosts your self-esteem. So the next time you’re feeling so-so on the sexy scale, see if a good romp doesn’t do the trick.
and hey! s*x is worth waiting for…..
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