Masturbation
OK today's topic is a question I get all the time, is masturbation normal? I
am going to talk about the importance of masturbation and why it is completely
normal and healthy.
Let’s talk about the health benefits of orgasms
sex can cure headaches
All
those times that you were told, "Not tonight honey, I have a
headache," all you had to do was inform your woman that one of the health
benefits of sex is its ability to act as a pain reliever. The hormone oxytocin
(a nine amino acid peptide that is synthesized in hypothalamic neurons and
transported down axons of the posterior pituitary for secretion into blood)
secretes within your body whenever you engage in sexual activity.
Because of this secretion, endorphins (hormone-like chemicals that bear a close
functional resemblance to morphine) are released. When a person is aroused or excited, oxytocin levels not only begin to
increase, they are the reason that orgasms come about. Studies have shown that
a rise in oxytocin levels can relieve pain; everything from headaches, cramps
and overall body aches can be diminished with a simple roll in the hay.
reduce
stress, sleep well
A
recent survey revealed that people who have more sex reported that they felt
more at ease, happier and learned how to handle stress
better. So perhaps the term "sexual frustration" is not too far from
the truth. After an orgasm,
an intense wave of calm and relaxation overcomes humans (that's why men usually
fall asleep) and it's a time when people can truly liberate themselves and let
go. Plenty of people who enjoy a regular dose of sex convey that they sleep
much better during the night and feel alive and refreshed throughout the day.
So, one of the health benefits of sex is a better nights sleep, which allows
you to handle day-to-day stress much more efficiently
increase blood flow
It
goes without saying that when we get aroused our blood starts to pump at a
quicker rate and, thus, blood flow to our brain increases. Both an increased
heart rate and more blood pumping through the brain result in better performance
(in and out of the bedroom). What this ultimately means is that the fresh
supply of blood pumping through your body provides the organs with a healthy
dose of oxygen and rids the body of old and wasteful products. So, another
health benefit of sex is a cleansed system. Treat your temple right with the
help of a little excitement.
body maintenance
One
of the health benefits of sex is that it helps to keep you fit and it can keep
you in constant awareness of your body image. Everyone likes to know that they
have a nice physique and continually being naked in front of another person can
be somewhat of a good incentive to stay in shape. Believe it or not, sexual
intercourse burns off 150 calories every half hour. Although the average couple
engages in sex for approximately 25 minutes a session only three times a week,
it still accounts for 450 calories that are better taken off than put on. If
you're more active than average, then that will only make things more
beneficial for you and that lucky gal. A health benefit of sex, particularly a
rigorous hour of sex, is that it may burn even more than 300 calories depending
on how rigorous you get.
fountain of youth
Although
the orgasm is sometimes referred to as the "little death," having at
least two orgasms
a week can increase your life span. Every time you reach orgasm, the hormone
DHEA (Dehydroepiandrosterone) increases in response to sexual excitement and ejaculation.
DHEA can boost your immune system, repair tissue, improve cognition, keep skin
healthy, and even work as an antidepressant. Therefore, a health benefit of sex
if you keep the orgasms coming, is potentially a longer life.
more hormones are good
Both
testosterone and estrogen levels experience a boost through regular sexual
activity. Testosterone does more than just boost your sex drive, it helps
fortify bones and muscles,
and it keeps your heart in good working condition as well. In women, sex
increases the levels of estrogen, which protects against heart disease. Ever
wonder why women love the touchy, feely stuff so much? It's because of their
rise in estrogen levels. This hormone also plays a huge role in a woman's body
scent. While estrogen makes women sentimental, a rise in their testosterone
levels is what makes them desire penetration. Men also produce estrogen and as
they age, their estrogen levels increase while their testosterone levels drop.
This reversal often results in men becoming somewhat calmer as they get on in
years.
health benefits of sex galore
It's
quite evident that there are many health benefits of sex. It increases brain
power, heart rate, it can help fend off diseases and ailments, and it makes
individuals feel good about themselves. In today's stressful society, it has
become a little more difficult to engage in intimate sexuality as often, but as
long as you incessantly make the effort, you'll realize that it's always worth
it. The health benefits of sex will make you feel wonderful within and without
and you will gradually notice that the more sex you have, the more bounce you
will have in each step. Happiness isn't sex itself, but sex does ultimately
play a role in human happiness.
Easing depression and stress
Bass says this is pretty definite.
“The release from orgasm does much to calm people. It helps with sleep, and
that is whether we talk about solo sex or sex with a partner,” she says. But
wait, there’s more. A recent study of college students at the State University
of New York in Albany suggests that semen acts as an antidepressant. Females in
the study who were having sex without condoms (see safe sex caution, above) had
fewer signs of depression than women who used condoms or abstained from sex. “These
data are consistent with the possibility that semen may antagonize depressive
symptoms,” the authors wrote, “and evidence which shows that the vagina absorbs
a number of components of semen that can be detected in the bloodstream within
a few hours of administration.” I kid you not, ladies. Semen is good stuff. It
gives a shot of zinc, calcium, potassium, fructose, and proteins -- a veritable
cornucopia of vitality!
Countering prostate cancer
Over the past few years, several journals have published studies showing
that the more ejaculations the better. Now the Journal of the American Medical
Association, no less, has reported that “high ejaculation frequency was related
to decreased risk of total prostate cancer.” It doesn’t matter how a man
climaxes -- intercourse or masturbation. So next time he says, “Really, honey,
it’s therapy,” he could be telling the truth.
Healing wounds
Some evidence suggests sex can be rejuvenating to the point of helping
wounds to heal faster. Several experiments have shown that oxytocin can help
even stubborn sores, like those suffered by diabetics, to heal by regenerating
certain cells.
