5 Surprising Health Benefits Of Sex You Should Know

(Newsweek)

Sex is great, we all know that, but did you know that it’s also good for your health? Sex has the same effect on your body as exercise and almost all of the benefits too. So that roll in the hay is not just great for pleasure, it’s great for your overall wellbeing too.

Here are five surprising health benefits of sex you should know:

1. Sex boosts your immunity

People who have sex frequently tend to have stronger immune systems. In fact, experts say people with a healthy sex life have fewer sick days.

2. It strengthens your pelvic muscles

Great sex helps you exercise the muscles in your pelvic floor. Having a strong pelvic floor saves you the embarrassment of a leaky bladder when you cough or laugh.

3. Sex makes you look younger

Research shows that people with healthy sex lives can look up to seven years younger than they really are.

4. It helps you burn calories

Sex, especially when it’s intense, is great exercise. Thirty minutes of sex can burn up to 100 calories.

5. It’s a great pain reliever

One of the health benefits of sex is that it reduces pain. Orgasms can block pain and some experts say sex can help to stop menstrual pain.