Studies have shown that there are there chemicals released in the brain during and after sex. First being Oxytocin, it is a
hormone produced that alters affection even after the “lovemaking,” and it is what makes marriages last. Researchers at the University of Illinois at Chicago, showed that when a female patients was injected with oxytocin, she bonded quickly with a single partner. When it was not available the couple did not show as much affection toward one another(“Experts: Sex is good for you” Section 2 paragraph 5). This shows how important sex is to a relationship and to life. To make marriages work, couples have to have sex. Humans need it to lead healthy and strong lives. Two other hormones that are released during intercourse are Serotonin and Endorphin. Serotonin released into the brain causes the feeling of happiness and with this, Serotonin “kick starts” a sense of relaxation. (“Experts: Sex is good for you”, section 2, paragraph 4) In all, sex can be used as a stress reducer. According to many health studies, sex can also be a pain reliever. An ample amount of Endorphin is released into the brain during sex; it provides natural relief from the pain of
arthritis, injury and even migraines (“Health Benefits Of Sex”, Sections 5&6). Also, according to a professor of sex education at Rutgers University, endorphins stimulate the woman’s center of sexual pleasure and elevate her pain threshold by 40 percent. It may be up to 100 percent if she has an orgasm. Endorphins are also known to fight disease because it boosts the immune system.
This is concrete evidence that sex can be beneficial to one’s health.
There have been other studies done as well. However, they are not as concrete but still fun to ponder. For instance, a study done by Scottish researchers said that sex with a committed partner reduces the risk of aging (Experts: Sex is good for you, section 2, paragraph 2). But for all promiscuous people, this study does not include them. There are health benefits from having sex but there are also some dangers too. I am stating that sex is good for you, however sex with numerous partners can lead to the potential risks of contracting a STD. Illness that is not curable with intercourse. But for those who are in a committed relationship, why not experiment? What do we all have to lose? It may benefit us in the long run.
This goes to show that sex is not as taboo as everyone makes
it out to be. Of course, one should always be careful when
engaging in intercourse and use protection. Because like anything
else, there are always repercussions to every action. But as for
married couples, invoke the benefits that cupid has endowed you with. Sex is good, and good for you ! So why not take full advantage of what it can do for your health?
Cite Page
1). “Experts: Sex is good for you.” Knight Ridder Newspapers 13 Feb. 2004, sec. 2. 13 Feb. 2006
2) Link, Al, and Pala Copeland. "Health Benefits of Sex." Urban Male Magazine 2000. 13 Feb. 2006 <www.tantra-sex.com>.
