Sex — with all precautions taken — makes you a better person.
The more sexual activities you partake in, the better off your health is, and, in turn, the happier you’ll be. This is obviously assuming you’re participating in safe sex — wrapping up, taking an oral contraceptive and engaging in open conversation with your partner.
Under these simple pretenses, you’re bound to find yourself with an increase in energy and overall cheerfulness. So go find your man or woman and get busy. A healthy sexual relationship includes having sex at least twice per week, according to AOLHealth.com.
Endorphins are hormones that get released during the big orgasm. They’re our natural pain-killing hormones. Pain is nothing to be happy about, so when you’re not in pain — voilá — pure happiness.
In addition to being a painkiller, endorphins are also naturally calming hormones. They relax you both physically and mentally. They calm the body, putting you in a more patient state of mind.
In addition, the release of endorphins can save you from getting migraine headaches. For those who suffer from migraines, that’s reason enough to get down several times per week.
According to The American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology, researchers have found higher levels of Immunoglobulin A in individuals who have regular sex. Immunoglobulin A is an antibody that helps protect us from infections.
Not only does consistent sex relax you and temporarily cure pain, but it also helps your immune system. So say goodbye to the common cold and hello to your man or woman.
When you’re sexually aroused, your brain releases a hormone called oxytocin. Research conducted by Dr. Helen Fisher of Rutgers University states that this hormone causes intimacy and bonding and makes you more sensitive toward others.
In other words, sex makes you a nicer person. People who feel attractive and loved are generally happier people.
Doing the deed is also good for your heart. Just like any other exercise, having sex increases your heart rate and works your cardiovascular muscles.
In addition, you can burn up to 200 calories, which is roughly equivalent to pedaling 30 minutes on a stationary bike. It strengthens and tones your muscles. Exercising more leaves you more satisfied with your body and makes you happy. Walking around loving the way you look puts you in a good mood.
Being confident in bed will carry over to being confident in life. Confidence is key to getting a good job, meeting new people and generally being cheery.
To all the women out there, sex can be a beauty treatment. According to a study done at the Royal Edinburgh Hospital in Scotland, a woman’s body raises its estrogen level while having sex.
This surge in estrogen makes your hair shine and your skin soft. Who doesn’t want that?
Between all this extra exercise and relaxation, it’s no wonder people are happier after sexual pleasure.
And it doesn’t just need to be sex — many of these hormones are also released during masturbation.
Although sexual activity has many health benefits, remember to be safe and choose your partners responsibly. So in the words of Sheryl Crow, “If it makes you happy, it can’t be that bad.”
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