How many orgasims is too many? Wow, I almost said that without laughing. Of course you can never have too many orgasms! There are so many benefits to having orgasms, besides the fact that they feel good and its fun getting there!
Here are some of the benefits:
1. Orgasms relieve stress.- Okay, that’s a given. What could be more relaxing! But it also lowers your blood pressure.
2. More sex!- Having sex one to two times per week can boost your immune system and is linked to higher levels of anti-bodies called Immunoglobulin A. So, maybe what our mothers meant to say was “An orgasm a day keeps the doctor away”…Screw the apple! Well, not literally…that could be another blog. Hmm…sex and fruit. Could be interesting.
3. Burn Calories - Just thirty minutes of sex can burn up to 85 calories! It may not sound like much, but it adds up: 42 half-hour sessions will burn 3,570 calories, more than enough to lose a pound. Doubling up, you could drop that pound in 21 hour-long sessions! Think about how many calories that would be from your last sex-filled weekend!
4. Cardiovascular Health - It can lower your risk of a heart attack. And for you baby boomers out there, don’t believe the hype that it can cause a stroke. Although, that wouldn’t be a bad way to go in my opinion. But in all seriousness, if you think you could be at high risk for either, you wanna consult with your doctor.
5. Self-Esteem - Okay, look at Shane from the L Word. She has a very healthly self image. Some researches say that it not only increases your self-esteem, but can improve it as well.
6. Reduces Pain- I can speak from personal experience. Nothing takes away my migraines faster than having an orgasm! The hormone oxytocin and endorphins increase which lowers your pain levels. So, ladies, if you’re woman says she’s got a headache, then you know what to do!
7. Strengthens Your Pelvic Wall- There is a little thing called “The Kegal Exercise”. This is where you tighten the muscles of the pelvic wall. Basically, move your muscles as if you’re trying to hold off going to the bathroom. Some researchers have said that doing this during sex can help increase the pleasure of your orgasm! Sounds like its worth trying!
8. Better Sleep - Can’t sleep? Have sex! Nothing will put yourself into a deeper sleep than sex! So, for example, five hours of sex could equal 3,500 calories burned, no headache and a great nights sleep!
Now that you know, go out and get healthy!
If you’re reading this and you have trouble having orgasms well, that just sucks! But here are a few suggestions to help you out. Again, if you feels there’s more going on than just not having an orgasm, please make sure to talk to your doctor.
- Make sure you’re good and turned on before you even think about having an orgasm. Try thinking of a fantasy, read some erotica or watch an erotic video to get you in the mood.
- Experiment with different positions and techniques. Oral sex may work great for one woman, but others find penetration a sure way to orgasm.
- Masturbate. Can you bring yourself to orgasm? If so, teach those techniques to your partner. Or better yet, masturbate with your partner as a witness.
- Try a vibrator. Many women find that the best way for them to consistently reach orgasm is through the intense stimulation of a vibrator. Don’t be afraid to bring toys into the bedroom if they increase your sexual pleasure.
- There are some websites like www.pureromance.comthat sell creams that will help your clitoris to swell and become more sensitive. Making it easier to have an orgasm.
I want to make it clear that I do not have a medical background, yet. (Nursing school soon). So, please make sure you talk to your doctor about this first. If you don’t know how to talk to your doctor, check out my blog under the Lesbian Health Series, “Coming Out to Your Doctor”.
If I can help one orgasm come to light, my job here is done 
Juliet
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