Do you know that getting intimate with your partner has lots of health benefits? Maybe intercourse is the last thing on your mind when you’re stressed out but it might help lower your anxiety. There are other benefits you might lose out on when you stop getting intimate with your partner. Some of such benefits include;
1. Decline in memory
Studies have shown that regular intercourse seems to be correlated to improved memory, especially if you’re between ages 50 and 89. It’s not clear why. Restricting it will decrease the benefit you will get.
2. Your immune system might get weaker
Research has shown that weekly intercourse seems to boost your immune system compared to those who have it less often. Part of the reason may be that it raises levels of a germ-fighting substance called immunoglobulin A, or IgA. When you do not get intimate with your partner regularly, you might lose out on this benefit.
3. Your prostate may be less healthy
As a man, do you know that regular intercourse is beneficial to your prostate gland? Studies have shown that men who discharge less than seven times a month were more likely to get prostate cancer compared to those who did it at least 21 times a month. Get intimate with your partner to avoid this.
4. You might sleep less
Studies have shown that regularly Intercourse can aid your sleep. Without intercourse, you might miss out on the hormones that facilitate restful sleep, like prolactin and oxytocin. Women get an estrogen boost that helps even more. Halting intercourse can make you miss out on this.
5. Aches and pains hang around
Aches and pains are effects you might suffer if you restrict regular intercourse. Intimacy can cause your body to release endorphins and other hormones that can help ease head, back, and leg aches. They may help arthritis pain and menstrual cramps, too. Get intimate regularly to avoid this.
6. Your blood pressure might rise
Do you know that intercourse can help keep your blood pressure down? This is because it adds a bit of aerobic and muscle-building exercise, and it can ease anxiety and make you feel better. Both of those can help keep your numbers where they need to be. Get intimate with your partner regularly to enjoy this benefit.
Take note that this is for strictly married people. Being promiscuous with intercourse can even heighten your risk of certain health conditions hence stay safe.
