The feeling of an orgasm is one of the greatest sensations the body can experience. Orgasms have been studied from the earliest years and recent scientific studies have proved it to be beneficial for your emotional and physical health. Women are thought to have up to 11 different types of orgasms. In a sexually repressed society here are some benefits of orgasm that can sooth your aches and pains:
Orgasms produce the hormone Oxytocin which is also called the ‘love hormone’. Oxytocin is a stress reliever and natural antidote to the stress hormone in the body. When the body climaxes the amygdala in the brain, the part that is responsible for anxiety and fear is blocked therefore improving the mental wellbeing. Oxytocin makes people feel fuzzy and loved that it increases their self-esteem and trust. Also orgasms release endorphins that produce euphoria, pleasure and occasional uncontrollable laughter.
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A study from the State University from New York found that women who regularly have unprotected sex were less depressed as semen contains antidepressants. Semen has a cocktail of mood – elevating chemicals such as estrogen, oxytocin, cortisol, melatonin, anti-depressantprolactin, thyrotropin releasing hormone and serotonin.
Dr. David Weeks, a British consult and clinical psychologist and former head of old age psychology at the Royal Edinburgh Hospital, surveyed 3500 people and found out that those who had regular sex looked younger. Week said, a vigorous sex life was the second most important aspect to looking younger while exercise ranked first.
Oxytocin along with vasopressin has a sedative effect that assists our blood pressure by letting go of pressure and bringing in sleep and lessens insomnia. Oxytocin and Vasopressin helps the release of melatonin which is essential to regulate our sleep.
Orgasms releases antibodies that strengthens our immune system, and you tend to curb the tendency to have colds and flus and your body’s defenses strengthen.
Orgasms as mentioned before release endorphins which are pain relievers that relieve headaches, stomach pains and even arthritis. Orgasms are known to relieve pain up to 70% that even help inflammation and swelling.
A post coital glow can last for days as orgasms release pheromones and endorphins that make your cheeks flush, skin glow and hair shinier.
Due to the perspiration, sweat flushes out toxins from our lymphatic system and releases skin enriching natural oils.
Climax increases your blood circulation, which helps to transport nutrients and oxygen to the hypothalamus. The hypothalamus is the center of the brain that houses areas for learning and memory.
Studies have shown the hormone Oxytocin helps in deteriorating breast cancer tissues that can develop into a tumor.
According to WebMD 30 minutes of sex can help 85 calories
