Did you know that a good sex life can provide specific health benefits? According to Woman’s Day, it does. Don’t ask why I was reading Woman’s Day. It seemed like a good idea at the time.
Sex can make you thinner. According to the article, "Sex burns between 75 and 150 calories per half hour" says Desmond Ebanks, MD. He added that it is like other physical activities such as walking which burns 153 calories per half hour. When you’re a grumpy old man, it is unlikely that either is an option. I do know that walking isn’t much fun.
It may improve your heart heath. "Sex is an exercise that raises heart rate and blood flow," says Dr. Ebanks. In a study, researchers found that having sex twice or more per week reduced the risk of a fatal heart attack by half. The study results were focused on men, but Dr. Ebanks suspects similar effects on women. I’m going to remember that line.
It can help you get a better night’s sleep and improve your mental health. Dr. Patricia Tan, MD, says "Sex may be the quickest way to boost your mood, fight depression and beat anxiety" or something to that effect.
It can help relieve pain and help with bladder control. And, it may give you healthier skin - so much for all that night skin cream.
There you have it. Sex is better than aspirin to cure a headache and you look better too.
I wished I'd thought of these - a long time ago.
PMO
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