As the years go by, the passion in the bedroom tends to cool down. That’s only natural. It’s just how our bodies and senses are designed. But not making love will lead to changes in your body, it’s something you can work through and deal with because science has shown that not having sex can have disastrous consequences! If you’ve been slacking in the sex department here are just a few of the things that could happen.
Declining immune system
Studies show that people who have a less active sex life than others have a weaker immune system. That means that germs and infections are more likely to affect your body. In the end it will lead to you getting sick more often. Studies have shown that men who ejaculate frequently are at less risk of getting prostate cancer. Also, if you have an active sex life you are less prone to heart disease.
Moodiness
Sex releases anti-stress hormones and makes you more relaxed. People who stop having sex do get these extra hormone bumps and become more irritable and stressed.
Loss of libido
Contrary to popular belief, you don’t get “hornier” if you go a long time without sex. It’s the other way around. If you stop having sex your body will start decreasing the production of sex hormones. Not only will you experience a lack of desire, but men can experience troubles getting erections and women may have a hard time reaching orgasm.
Sleep changes
Sex is a great way to go to sleep. After orgasm, the hormone prolactin is released, which is responsible for the feelings of relaxation and sleepiness. It’s also common to start dreaming of sex if your sex life is suffering. Some people get vivid sex dreams and may even have orgasms in their sleep.
So, make sure to work on having an active sex life! It’s worth it for the health benefits alone, but most important of all, it’s fun!
