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| Oladapo Ashiru |
Men who have sex at least twice in a
week can almost halve their risk of heart disease, according to new
research. This study was conducted with over 1,000 men.
Sex is an activity that involves intense
physical and emotional elements. Sexual intercourse may be a marker for
a healthy heart because sex can be a form of physical activity which,
like exercise, gives your heart a workout. People who have a desire for
frequent sex, and are able to do so, are likely healthier overall;
especially because men who have regular sex may also be in a supportive
relationship, which offers stress reduction and emotional benefits.
The medical world is finding that
regular sex is so good for you that when you go to see a doctor, they
are asking many questions about your sex life to give them an indication
of your overall health. Apparently, sex is not only good for your
heart, it also keeps many other illnesses away.
For example, sex can actually cause you
to get fewer colds. Research has shown that couples who have sex weekly
have a 30 percent increase in immunoglobulin A, an antibody that fights
infection. Sex can also help women have a more predictable period
schedule, as a result of being exposed to male pheromones.
In addition, having sex reduces stress —
for physiological as well as emotional reasons. Anything that will
reduce stress is good for you, as too much stress can lead to many
diseases, including cancer. Sex activates a nerve that has a calming
effect. Having sex also lowers blood pressure, which reduces the risk of
heart disease.