7 Real Reasons to Be More Intimate
So we all know the obvious reasons for turning up the frequency on our passion-filled trysts. But if you find that your partner is more the analytical than physical type, maybe a little scientific prodding will light the fire. If you want to have more sex but they want to play another game of Candy Crush or Mortal Kombat, it might be time to break out the facts.
According to Dr. Nicholas Sieveking a double board certified plastic surgeon and anti-aging/functional medicine specialist, the more sex we have the better we look and longer we may live. He suggests we should reduce the hours primping in the bathroom and focus on what’s going on in the bedroom. Here are his 7 reasons to have more sex. Along with a little raised-eyebrow commentary by MsCareerGirl.
Erase wrinkles
The Doctor Says:
There is a biochemical basis for a look of relaxation and vibrant, glowing skin. According to Dr. Sieveking, “a healthy sex life normalizes cortisol levels and other inflammatory mediators such as cytokines and interleukins. This relaxes us and helps stimulate normal growth hormone levels and other sex hormones such as testosterone. It’s scientific truth that growth hormone and testosterone help repair damaged skin, erase wrinkles, stimulate collagen regeneration, and give you an overall younger and healthier appearance.”
MsCareerGirl Says:
This is very good news. I know I’ve seen some interesting facial contortions in the midst of a passionate encounter. Might have made a few myself, come to think of it (wink!). Fortunately, the sex actually helps to put things back in place afterwards.
Sharpen your memory
The Doctor Says:
Sure you can play sodoku, do crossword puzzles and add memory boosting foods to your diet such as leafy greens, vegetables, nuts, fish rich in omega 3’s and legumes. These are all important. However, Dr. Sieveking adds, “when you have more sex your sleep quality enhances thus allowing time for cellular turnover and repair. Studies show, particularly in women, as growth hormone and testosterone levels increase and become balanced; memory improves.
MsCareerGirl Says:
This could be good or bad. Some of those nights I’d just as soon forget. Ala Jim Carrey in Liar Liar – – “I’ve Had Better.”
Ward off life threatening diseases
The Doctor Says:
Maintaining adequate levels and hormonal balance reduces the risk of cancer, diabetes, heart disease, dementia, and stroke. It also helps to maintain muscle and bone strength. Studies show that sexually active people have health benefits that carry them into their later years,” offers Dr. Sieveking.
MsCareerGirl Says:
Yes. I’m thinking the muscle and bone(r) strength are biggies. So the rest must be good things.
Reduce stress
The Doctor Says:
Often referred to as the “cuddle hormone,” the stress and anxiety feel good hormone oxytocin floods the brain when we have sex. “This is what gives us that sleepy, relaxed, feeling after orgasm. Another hormone prolactin kicks in during orgasm and adds to that desire to breathe deeply and fall into a peaceful slumber,” explains Dr. Sieveking.
MsCareerGirl Says:
Nature’s version of opioids. So that explains why I sleep so well afterwards!
Reduce pain
The Doctor Says:
According to Dr. Sieveking, the common expression: “not tonight I have a headache,” needs to change to “I have a headache, so let’s have sex!” Oxytocin also alleviates pain. It’s one of the hormones naturally released during labor.
MsCareerGirl Says:
Okay, I get this is true, from personal experience. But I can’t keep two sessions of sex in a bottle in my purse.
Curb your appetite
The Doctor Says:
Another great natural hormone that is produced during sex is phenetylamine. Dr. Sieveking explains that this hormone serves as a natural amphetamine that eases food cravings and regulates appetite. If you have sex in the morning or before dinner, you may feel like eating less and find yourself satisfied with a smaller food portion.
MsCareerGirl Says:
MsCareerGirl is going to keep quiet here. Very, very quiet. (Blush)
Boost immunity
The Doctor Says:
Immunoglobin A, our own immune-system-boosting antibody is enhanced during sex. Another powerful chemical DHEA is released during orgasm. This “superhero chemical” balances the immune system and helps to repair tissue.
MsCareerGirl Says:
Great news, indeed! After a rough-and-tumble, there’s sometimes a bit of tissue that definitely needs repair.
More Sex ? Yes!!
So the next time your partner balks at having sex, you can make your case. Have sex like your life depends on it. It actually does!
Cuddling Image: Sophia Louise
