There's a saying that "if you want your husband to live a long life, it's best for couples to have less sex." This implies that the less sexual activity a couple has, the longer they will live. Many single women also believe that without sex, they won't get gynecological problems. The opposing view is that the more sexual activity a couple has, the longer they will live. So which one is correct?
Frequent sexual activity may lead to 5 diseases.
In fact, whether a couple's sex life is good or bad is not absolute, but it is certain that excessively frequent sexual activity is definitely not good. Too frequent sexual activity may cause the following health problems:
Sex headache
According to data from the National Headache Foundation, 20% of women and 5% of men experience "exertional headaches" during sex due to increased blood pressure in the brain.
The pain intensifies as orgasm approaches, typically lasting from a few minutes to half an hour . Frequent sexual activity can also exacerbate the pain, hence the term "sex headache."
fungal infection
Inadequate hygiene during sexual intercourse can not only increase the risk of sexually transmitted infections but also lead to fungal infections. This is mainly because changes in the pH value of male semen and lubricants can trigger fungal infections , resulting in various gynecological diseases such as itching in the private area and increased vaginal discharge.
Semen allergy
Male semen can disrupt the pH balance in a woman's vagina, leading to symptoms such as stinging, increased vaginal discharge, and hives after intercourse.
Furthermore, if a woman has a strong allergic reaction to certain foods, then if her partner eats those foods and then engages in sexual intercourse, it can also trigger an allergic reaction in the woman. Therefore, using condoms during sexual intercourse not only prevents pregnancy but also avoids sexually transmitted diseases and allergies, among other problems.
Post-coital agitation
Some women experience sadness, anxiety, regret, and restlessness after sexual intercourse. This is mainly because hormonal changes occur in women after intercourse, leading to agitation.
influenza
If one partner develops cold symptoms or is already sick during sexual activity, the other partner will also be infected and develop cold symptoms after sexual activity.
However, not having marital relations for a long time is not a good thing either, because marital relations have many benefits.
What are the effects on the body if you don't "do anything" for a long time?
During sexual activity, the body's muscles are in a state of tension, and then relax afterward. This process, combined with the physical exertion, perfectly promotes the body's recovery and helps with sleep.
For women, sexual activity can improve lubrication, while for men, maintaining a sexual relationship can prevent erectile dysfunction and delay the aging of the sexual organs. A regular sex life can boost the self-confidence of both partners; appropriate sexual activity can enhance personal attractiveness for both men and women.
It is understood that a sexual encounter can burn at least 200 to 500 calories . A passionate kiss or foreplay can also burn calories.
In addition, sexual activity can relax the cardiovascular system, relieve stress, and bring pleasure. If there is no sexual activity for a long time, it will have a certain impact on the body.
Increased risk of prostate disease: Long-term abstinence from sexual activity can cause male reproductive organs to be in a state of congestion. Over time, this can easily lead to blockage of the prostate, eventually resulting in prostate disease.
Reduced reproductive function: Men who have not had sexual intercourse for a long time are prone to reproductive dysfunction. Once a man has reproductive dysfunction, his reproductive function will decline, which will affect his fertility.
Hormonal imbalance: Women who do not have sexual intercourse for a long time are prone to hormonal imbalance. Over time, this can easily lead to problems such as age spots and acne.
Gynecological problems: Long-term lack of sexual activity can lead to insufficient stimulation in a woman's body, resulting in reduced mucus secretion and decreased self-cleaning ability of the private parts. When bacteria increase to a certain level, it can cause various gynecological diseases.
Therefore, sexual intercourse has many benefits for both men and women, but frequent sexual intercourse is not advisable. Sexual intercourse should focus on quality rather than quantity. So, how should we approach sexual intercourse?
Marital life is a double-edged sword
More sexual activity is not necessarily better, nor is longer activity better. Generally speaking, a sexual encounter, excluding foreplay and afterplay, lasts about three minutes . However, this varies from person to person, and anything over one minute is considered normal.
In addition, men's sexual ability can be maintained until the age of 60-70, but it is important to adjust the frequency appropriately. After the age of 40, it should not exceed once every 4 days, and after the age of 59, once a week is sufficient . During sexual intercourse, some sex toys can also be used to improve the quality.
Sexual intimacy is not everything. If it is treated as a task or a way to satisfy physical needs, then it loses its original meaning. Couples need to cultivate their relationship, and timely communication is an essential element of a healthy relationship.
Everyone is an independent individual with their own lifestyle, but two people together need to achieve a relatively consistent lifestyle, which is the foundation for cultivating a sense of understanding and also greatly helps in their married life.
Understanding and empathizing with each other, and timely perspective-taking, have a significant impact on marital life. Mutual understanding and trust are especially important when the quality of marital life declines or one partner loses interest in sex.
Marital life plays an indelible role in a relationship, but it cannot represent everything. We need to have a correct understanding of it and to think comprehensively about the essence of marital life.
References
[1] "11 Benefits of Sex!" by Chen Leizhi, 2018-12-25
