Sex plays an essential role in a healthy relationship

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In a loving relationship, sex is an essential part. Besides reproduction, sex is also about intimacy, pleasure, and bond couples share. According to an investigation conducted by Dr Anik Debrot and her colleagues, it points out that sex creates an affection between partners. The overall study suggests that every day hugging, kissing, and touch between couples make a relationship smooth and also contribute to the relationship.

The researchers say that people experience a higher level of well-being when they have an active-satisfying sexual relationship. It is often said that happier people are more likely to have frequent sex, simply because they are in a comfortable and satisfying relationship. So good sex is followed by a good relationship. Positive people are too likely to get involved in a close relationship, which can benefit their well-being. Sex makes a happy relationship happier.

Sex keeps you connected

A sexless relationship becomes boring and monotonous over time. The intimacy with your partner is important to feel connected to each other. Your bedroom chemistry improves the chemistry of your relationship.

Sex may seem like a physical act, but it has an emotional connection too. Sex helps in releasing oxytocin in your body which is called the ‘Love Hormone’. It makes you trust your partner.

Keeps both of you healthy and young

Sex can improve your overall health from mental, physical to emotional. It acts as a metabolic and immune booster. It can fight the ageing process. It keeps you and your partner healthy and can also strengthen your relationship making it vibrant.

In your hectic schedule, sex can be a real stress buster. Instead of popping antidepressants, engage in a healthy sexual relationship with your partner. It will not only reduce the stress level but also relaxes your muscles.

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Sex is an inevitable part of our lives, and a healthy sex life makes this a lot more pleasurable. It is important to be sexually healthy, which means taking care of your physical, mental, and emotional health by practising safer sex. You need to be comfortable in your skin, sexuality, and relationship.

Sex is good for you

Healthy sex is good for your physical as well as mental health. It helps you to connect with people. It helps in better sleep, better self-esteem, better fitness, and reduces stress and tension. An orgasm releases endorphins, hormones that block pain and make you feel happy and high.

But, to avail the benefits, you need to maintain a healthy sex life which includes safer sex, regular medical check-ups, hygiene, and avoiding unwanted pregnancy.

Unprotected sex- An invitation to STDs

If you are sexually active, you need to be more careful as there are risks of getting STDs. More sexual partners increase the risk of Sexually Transmitted Diseases. So, it is important that you know your partner and not involve yourself in unsafe sex.

It is always advisable to use barriers like condoms to avoid STDs that spreads due to the exchange of fluids like HIV, hepatitis, and gonorrhoea. It also reduces the risk of acquiring diseases that spread through skin-to-skin contact like syphilis, Human Papillomavirus (HPV), etc.

Vaccines

Currently, there are vaccines available to prevent STDs. These vaccines are more effective when given before a man, or a woman gets involved in sexual activities. It is recommended to be given before the age of 11, but one can get vaccinated in their late 20s as well.

There are vaccines available for Hepatitis B that can cause liver damage. It is normally given during infancy. Hepatitis A does not spread during sex, but it can be transmitted through anal or oral intercourse. It is recommended to all children under the age of 1.

Regular check-ups and birth control

In case of any discomfort or issue, always consult your doctor. It is good to have regular check-ups for STDs if you have an active sex life. It reduces the chance of long-term consequences if the issue is detected on time and treated appropriately. Women also need to learn about healthcare and hygiene.

As a woman, you need to know your birth control options. Unwanted pregnancy can affect your health and sex life. There are numerous birth control options available, some might require a medical prescription, but some are affordable and readily available.

Barriers such as condoms (both male and female), cervical cap, etc. are some of the commonly used birth controls. Birth control pills, contraceptive sponge, diaphragm, under the skin implant, and sterilization are some of the methods which require medical attention. Talk to your doctor to know which option is best for you.