
More Sex Makes You a Happier and Healthier Person: Here’s How
More Sex Makes You a Happier and Healthier Person: Here’s How
Welcome to an intriguing exploration of the link between happiness, health, and an often overlooked aspect of our lives —sex.
Clearly enough, We wouldn't be on this planet “earth” if it wasn't for sex.
In this article, we dive into the fascinating connection between increased sexual activity and improved overall well-being.
Therefore, prepare to discover the scientific evidence supporting how more sex can lead to a happier and healthier you.
Get ready to embrace the benefits of this natural and enjoyable activity for your overall quality of life. Read on.
Sex Vs Sexual Health
First of all, what comes to your mind when you hear or see the word “sex”?
(hope you are not thinking of “gender”).
Well, the sex I mean for this article is “sexual intercourse” or “penetrative sex.”
Actually, sex has no actual definition of its own. Different people give it numerous meanings based on how they perceive it.
However, sex also known as sexual intercourse or copulation involves the insertion of the penis into the vagina for sexual pleasure, reproduction or both.
This involves sexual activities like kissing, touching, cuddling, vaginal, oral or anal sex.
Mind you, consent matters a lot when it comes to sex, because it’s the only way it can be enjoyable by the parties involved.
What is Sexual Health?
Sexual health is an essential part of life.
It is a fundamental human right, which includes intimacy with your partner, communicating sexual needs, and achieving sexual fulfillment.
According to WHO, sexual health is a state of physical, emotional, mental and social well being in relation to sexuality.
It involves the advantages, risks, and responsibilities attached to sexual behavior (acting responsibly), as well as the prevention and care of sexual diseases.
Therefore, sexual health must be free from sexual dysfunction, sexual assault/coercion. It must be respected, protected and fulfilled.
Without doubt, sexual health influences our mental and physical health.
How Does Sex Make You Happier?
One of the advantages you derive from regular sex is the good feeling it gives.
During sex, hormones like dopamine, serotonin, endorphins and oxytocin are released.
These are happiness and feel-good hormones which help ward off anxiety, worry and depression. These hormones improve overall mood and give a calming, relaxing feeling.
However, sex itself is not necessarily the one that makes you happier.
It's the affection and stronger connection that deepens between the two parties that brings about the happiness.
Health Benefits of Having More Sex
Having sexual intercourse not only creates stronger bonds, it also provides health benefits around every aspect of life.
Some of which includes:
May Help Boost The Immune System
Regular sexual intercourse helps increase the levels of antibodies (immunoglobulins) that defends your body against diseases.
Also, sex brings about release of a hormone —dopamine, which helps improve immune function.
However, it has to be supported by healthy habits such as eating nourishing foods, regular exercise, adequate sleep and necessary vaccination.
Reduces the Risk of Prostate Cancer
Frequent ejaculation helps reduce men’s risk of having prostate cancer.
How? The seminal fluid (component of semen) released from the prostate gland, during ejaculation helps send out toxins from it.
This also prevents the growth of substances that can block ducts within the prostate gland.
However, apart from sexual intercourse, other forms of sexual expression such as wet dreams and masturbation also have this benefit.
Lowers Risk of Heart Diseases
Sex counts as exercise!
Though it’s not a replacement for “treadmill”, it’s still something great.
Sex makes your heart beat faster (increases heart rate).
This promotes blood flow to your entire body. Which in turn helps burn more calories and lowers cholesterol level that can lead to high blood pressure.
Reducing your blood pressure decreases your risk of other complications like heart attack and stroke.
Relieves Stress and Anxiety
The hormone responsible for stress is “cortisol.” Sex helps control this hormone to be at a minimum range.
Also, regular sexual arousal and intercourse helps in the release of endorphin hormones that boosts sex moods.
Sexual intercourse helps lessen worries and anxiety, giving you a rewarding calming effect that relieves you of stress and improves your mood.
Makes You Look Younger
Yes! It does make you feel and look younger.
Regular sex gives you a youthful, vibrant skin texture.
A skin intimacy specialist “Abigail James” once said that sex is the quickest way to gorgeous skin.
Sex increases blood flow to the entire body including the skin, which helps supply it with necessary nutrients that keeps it healthy and glowing.
The effect of moderate cortisol level in the body also leads to fewer wrinkles and age spots.
Improves Sleep:
Do you sleep off after sex? It's for a good reason!
The hormones “oxytocin and prolactin” released after sex can induce relaxation and sleepiness.
These feelings can help you fall asleep faster and also get deeper sleep.
Adequate sleep also plays a vital role in maintaining a healthy immune system and longer lifespan.
Serves as Natural Pain Relief:
Before you decide to get over the counter pain relievers. Why not try sex?
The hormone “endorphins” are very powerful pain relievers. The release of these hormones helps relieve pain and inflammation.
However, apart from sex, vaginal or clitoral stimulation also triggers the release of endorphins.
Helps Burn Calories:
Surprised? Actually if you want to shed those extra calories, regular sex is one of the ways to do it.
Shockingly, even kissing helps burn calories.
Since sex is a form of light or moderate workout, it keeps your heart rate pouncing which in turn helps burn calories.
Sexual intercourse uses about 4-5 calories per minute in a passionate session.
Increases Longevity:
What if I tell you that regular sex is one of the secrets to a longer lifespan?
Sex helps improve heart health, brain health, hormone levels, regular sleep and also boosts the immune system.
A healthy lifestyle combined with other listed functions of sex all contribute to increasing longevity.
Final Thoughts
In conclusion, the benefits associated with regular sex, serve as a reminder that this intimate activity is more than just pleasure.
However, it is advisable you stay loyal to your spouse or practice safe sex, by using protective devices like condoms.
In order to avoid sexually transmitted diseases like HIV, that can compromise these benefits.
Also, incorporate healthy lifestyles into your daily routine, such as eating nourishing foods, regular exercise, proper hydration and adequate sleep.
Moreso, if you don't have a partner to enjoy sex with (to all those embracing a celibate lifestyle), just know that you are not alone.
Sex is not the only prerequisite for a happier and healthier life. There are several ways to live life to the fullest without sexual activities.
Focus on adopting healthy lifestyle, your goals and personal development and always remember that you are deserving of happiness, love and respect regardless of your sexual status.
Winks :) Stay litty!