Archive for the 'Sexual health' Category

More sex - less viagra

There’s new advice for older men who want to preserve their sexual function: have sex, and have it often, researchers say.
In a study that followed nearly 1,000 older Finnish men for five years, researchers found that those who were regularly having sex at the start of the study were at lower risk of developing erectile [...]

Postmenopausal sex problems

It’s a common complaint of some postmenopausal women - painful sexual intercourse. The condition is medically known as dyspareunia and it’s no fun at all.
Doctors often attribute the problem to declining estrogen levels, which can lead to changes in the genital tract, including vaginal atrophy. The usual treatment is hormone replacement therapy, which can [...]

Let’s have sex in your 70’s!

Men and women in their early seventies are having sex more often and enjoying it more than their counterparts three and four decades ago, according to a Swedish study published Wednesday.
Septuagenarian women in particular expressed satisfaction with their amorous activities, suggesting they may have benefited more from the loosening of sexual mores.
Despite an array [...]

Be healthy, have sex!

We all know that regular sex is an important part of a healthy, happy relationship, but did you know that regular sex is also an important part of a healthy, happy body? Indeed, sex is more than just a pleasurable activity - it is a big part of who we are, both emotionally and physically.
A [...]

Scientific reasons to have sex

When you’re in the mood, it’s a sure bet that the last thing on your mind is boosting your immune system or maintaining a healthy weight. Yet good sex offers those health benefits and more.
That’s a surprise to many people, says Joy Davidson, PhD, a New York psychologist and sex therapist. “Of course, sex is [...]

Too much work leads to little sex!

You’re locked in an embrace with your lover but, for all intents and purposes, you’re miles away. You hope your mate won’t notice, then instantly feel guilty about it. All you need is more to stress over.
With things crazy at the office, bills, the kids’ schedules, and no time for the gym or dates with [...]

Sex after pregnancy

After childbirth, sex may be the last thing on your mind. If you’re feeling up to it, follow your sex drive where it leads.
Sex after pregnancy happens. Honestly. But first, vaginal soreness and sheer exhaustion are likely to take a toll. Whether you’re in the mood or sex is the last thing on your mind, [...]

To make love or not to make love? Sex during pregnancy.

If you want to get pregnant, you have sex. No surprises there. But what about sex while you’re pregnant? The answers aren’t always as clear. Here’s what you need to know about sex during pregnancy.
Is it OK to have sex during pregnancy?
As long as your pregnancy is proceeding normally, you can have sex as often [...]

Sex tips for parents. How to make love and not get caught by your children

5 ways to keep kids from ruining your sex life
Dr. Laura Berman shares ways to prevent children from spoiling the fun
Kids are a delight, but they can also be problematic when it comes to keeping the spark alive between you and your spouse.
In today’s child-centric society, it can be difficult to find couple time, especially [...]

Sex is for healthy life. Don’t wait too long

Having sex at early age has long been linked to a laundry list of health problems from an increased risk of sexual disease to an increased risk of cancer.
But now, Columbia University and New York state researchers say waiting too long to have sex may carry its own risks.
Losing Virginity Later Linked to Sexual Problems
Those [...]