The health benefits of Sex Overall, sex is known to promote physical, psychological and sexual health. Most of us are aware of the feel-good benefits of sex while we’re engaged in it, but there indeed are benefits which don’t show up as neon signs, but have been surveyed and researched upon. It is good to know the benefits that Sex can bring.
Good overall fitness
Sexual intercourse burns approximately 150 calories off your body per half hour. During sex, the average person maintains his/ her heart rate above 70% of the maximum. In other words, sexual intercourse can pretty much compare to a great workout session. Regular sexual activity seems to be a pleasurable way to maintain a healthy body weight. Improved blood circulation
 Sex helps to increase blood flow to your brain and to all other parts of your body. Increased heart rate and deep breathing accounts for the improvement in vascular circulation. As the used blood is cleansed, waste products that cause illness and fatigue are removed. Longer lifespan
The hormone DHEA promotes sexual excitement and increases in response to arousal. DHEA is considered to be an extremely powerful and important chemical. It helps to balance the immune system, improve cognition and promote bone growth. It maintains healthy tissues, thus keeping your skin supple and health y. It may also contribute to cardiovascular health and even function as antidepressant. Stress reduction and relaxation
Some people having frequent sex have reported that they are capable of handling stress better than otherwise. The intense relaxation that usually follows lovemaking may be one of the few times people actually allow themselves to completely surrender and let go. Many indicate that they sleep more deeply and restfully after satisfying sexual intercourse. Reduced risk of heart disease
It is observed that having sex 3-4 times a week cuts the risk of heart attacks/ strokes in half, for men. Sex helps in maintaining a healthier HDL/LDL (good/bad) cholesterol balance. Reduced depression
Sperms contain a male sex hormone called Prostaglandin, which when absorbed in the female reproductive system, helps to regulate female hormones maintaining a balance and decreasing depression and mood swings. Healthy prostate
The prostate gland and the seminal vesicles concentrate Zinc, Calcium and other minerals up to 600 times to produce seminal fluid. Unfortunately this would mean that any carcinogens in the blood would also be concentrated to this amount. Ejaculation removes the concentrated carcinogens rather than allowing them to cluster and cause damage. Pain Relief
The endorphins released immediately after orgasm are natural pain killer equivalents that remain active in the body for several hours after climax. Sex also produces more estrogen in females, which helps to reduce monthly PMS discomfort. Improved immunity
People who have sexual intercourse once or twice a week have reportedly shown higher amounts of the antibody Immunoglobulin A, thus boosting the immune system. Better bladder control
![female libido booster - better sex for females [women]](diva.gif) The muscles used during sex are the same ones you use to control your bladder. So more sex, better bladder control! Improved sense of smell
A hormone produced after sex – Prolactin - stimulates the olfactory nerve (the center for smell). This increases the perception of olfaction and leads to an improved sense of smell. Nicer teeth
This sounds cheesy, but it’s true.. For women who like ‘going down’, seminal fluid contains Zinc, Calcium and minerals that slow down tooth decay! | 
