Sex for Increased IQ

Category: Advice, Sexual Life

It is known since a long time that displeasing and stressful events can cease the growth of brain cells. But there was no concrete proof to link this two together. Hence researchers at Princeton went out to test this age old phenomenon to see if it really is true. This research will find a lot of takers among sexual addicts who have felt their performance increase after a sexual intercourse.

Tests carried out in mice to test their thinking levels has led to very interesting results. Stress was induced in rats by giving access to rats to female rats very little than usual for a period of two weeks and more. This increased pressure among rats and led to the release of the stress hormone gluco-corticoids. This hormone is responsible for the reduction of brain cell growth. These results were then compared to rats who never had sex and to other rats which had normal sex. Their brains were investigated to find out the size of the hippocampus. The differences between the brain cells between the sexually deprived rats and the rats which had normal sex were enough to prove the fact that sex in important for proper development of the brain. The rats with lack of sex have smaller hippocampus and their actions were also similar.

The rats with normal sex were visually less anxious than the ones which were sexually deprived the other rats in conditions not normal to them. The high amount of anxiety in virgin rats was easily reduced by letting these rats to have sex and also these rats performed better in track tests than the ones which were deprived of sex. This also applies to human beings, especially men who have shown and experienced increased smartness after a little while after having sex. If there is something that has an equally opposite impact on the body is the increased levels of stress.

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The Positive Role of Foreplay in a Relationship

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Look, couples know that if they want a sexy marriage they need to have sex. They understand the need for intimacy in a relationship and how it can make a couple feel closer. But what a lot of couples fail to remember is that foreplay is just as important to a sexual relationship as intercourse itself. And this goes for both men and women.

There are a number of couples who have been together for many years who begin to see the acts of foreplay as a chore, but for those people they are missing the bigger picture. Foreplay itself, when giving pleasure other than through traditional intercourse, can be seen as a loving act of giving. There is a beautiful expression in this that your partner can appreciate.

Often times sex can be rushed, making both parties feeling a little unfulfilled. The rushing can also make them feel as if they are being used. The presence of foreplay before, during, or even after sexual intercourse can be seen as an act of pleasing and eliminate feelings of rushing or being unwanted.

Foreplay can also be a great way to spice up sex in a relationship. Couples are not immune to going through slumps where they are not having sex or not feeling in the mood to have sex. An unexpected round of foreplay, even if just for a short period of time can let their partner know that they are thinking of them. This can also be the gateway to a return gesture of foreplay later on.

For men, the commitment to foreplay can be key in getting the woman in your life to achieve climax or orgasm. Some women do not achieve orgasm through vaginal penetration but can achieve it through clitoral stimulation. Therefore, performing oral sex as foreplay and focusing on the clitoris can be a great way to help your woman climax. This will also making any sex directly following the orgasm that much more intense for you and the woman herself. Foreplay is about selflessness which is key in any relationship.

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Your Bed Could Be Harming Your Sex Life

Category: Sexual Health, Sexual Life, Sexual Problem

If you’re not sleeping in a comfortable bed, it’s possible that your sex life is suffering, too. While it could be argued that it won’t be enjoyable to make love in a bed that’s not comfortable, that’s not the main issue. The main problem is that a bed that isn’t right for you will keep you from sleeping well. If you don’t sleep well, you’re liable to feel tired and run down through most of the day. When you get a chance to go to bed at night, you just want to sleep. Sexual activity isn’t as interesting to you when you’re already exhausted.

Some people feel as though they’re tired all the time, and they aren’t sure why they feel that way. They don’t realize that their bed is uncomfortable and they just aren’t sleeping well. If they discovered the problem they could easily remedy it, and they’d have a lot more energy throughout the day. By feeling tired a lot, you’re missing out on some of the best things in life – including enjoying sexual activity with your partner. You may want to consider getting a new mattress, or replacing your entire bed, with something that’s more comfortable.

That’s especially important if you’ve had the bed you currently use for a long time. Mattresses and box springs don’t last forever. Even with good warranties, there are times that these items need to be replaced. If the mattress doesn’t get flipped and/or turned properly, it won’t last as long as it’s supposed to – and most people don’t worry about taking things back or trying to contact the company for a warranty on a mattress or box spring. They probably didn’t keep the receipt, so the easiest thing is to replace it. Try that, and see if it doesn’t improve your sleep and your sex life.

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Sexual Health – Sleep Sex

Category: Sexual Health, Sexual Life

Good Sexual Health has many ways of manifesting itself, including good Sexual performance during Sexual routines and intercourse, ability to conceive, engage in social life and even in discreet ways known as Sleep Sex. Sleep Sex or Sexsomnia is a phenomenon, when the person has overwhelming Sexual thoughts in sleep and even extends to Sexual routines and intercourse while asleep.

Sexual fondling of the partner, orgasmic groaning, masturbation and Sexual intercourse are some of the physical manifestations of Sleep Sex. Sleep Sex is an involuntary phenomenon, happening without the person’s knowledge, in sleep. Scientific Scientific research can successfully detect a genuine case of Sleep Sex under clinical observation, but statistics of its prevalence among the population has not been fully ascertained. A 2010 review perpetuates a possible 8 percent of the population, who suffer from Sleep Sex. Most cases of Sleep Sex are harmless and therefore are not reported to clinicians, for treatment. Among those reported for Sleep Sex behavior, 80 percent were men and 20 percent were women.

Sleep Sex can take many different forms, unique to the individual, ranging in minimal to aggressive Sexual behavior. People generally suffering from Sleep Sex have shown to have good Sexual Health. Although not all causes of Sleep Sex is certain at this point, a Sleep disorder and some evidence of Substance abuse or Psychological illness have been affirmed. Sleep Sex though may seem abnormal, mostly is harmless and some partners seem to enjoy the resulting Sexual routines in bed. However, in some rare cases, this phenomenon can take serious forms and cause devastating results, such as Sexual assaults and promiscuous display in presence of others, while asleep. Some cases of arrests and convictions in the court of law, have taken place.

With new research and findings underway, Sleep Sex of troubling forms can be diagnosed and treated successfully.  One technique is to try and take a romantic getaway. Come enjoy luxurious Florida vacation homes all year long and take pleasure in the striking state of Florida in the perfect atmosphere for stimulation. Sexual Health and abilities is not affected in any way, but must be protected from disorders such as Sleep Sex, especially in cases of serious forms which can be a threat to the individual suffering from this disorder and to others involved.

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Sexual Health – Lubricants for Genitals

Category: Sexual Health, Sexual Life

Orgasmic climax is the pinnacle of Sexual intercourse and is the most gratifying human feeling. In order to maintain good Sexual Health and interesting Sexual encounters, Lubricants can act as a safe and pleasurable measure against dry friction, which often proves to be a painful experience during Sexual routines.

Lubricants come as silicone based and water based. Silicone lubricants are generally thicker in nature and do not dry off fast. A silicone lubricant is advisable for rough sexual routines such as anal sex or wherever friction is great. During anal sex, a silicone lubricant must essentially be applied into the anus before penetration, because anal tissues are delicate. A Water based lubricant is generally easier on the skin with a good lubricating effect, but dries off fast. A water based lubricant suffices the need for vaginal sex, but may not be enough for anal sex and play with other high friction toys. Though vaginal fluids have a good lubricating effect, applying a lubricant on the male penis, at the beginning of the sexual routine, can prove helpful. Usually applying a lubricant on one of the partners is sufficient, but the sexual pleasure will not be lost if both the partners apply lubricants. Apply some lubricant inside the tip of the condom, before rolling it onto the penis. This can prove helpful, but applying too much can cause the condom to slip off. Lubricants that come with a desensitizing agent in them are not advisable because they will not let you know of, when sex is too fast and hurting.

Lubricants are safe and do not endanger Sexual Health. Visit a physician or a sexologist for a prescription, especially if you have a skin condition or allergies, or choose wisely at the pharmacy or at the sex shop. If buying on a recommendation, buy sample packs and test them on yourself when in private. Check the expiration date of the Lubricant before buying it. Lubricants, both silicone and water based, can leave stains on fabric and must be used with caution.

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Sexual Health – Sex and Female Aging

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The topic of Sex and Sexual Health reaches its epitome in Women. While they are known as the fairer sex, they possess decisive powers to actualize and extend the sexual experience into a beautiful relationship, where loving, caring and socializing completes its true meaning and practically powers human life. Through nature’s mandate, women experience severe sexual limitations beyond a certain age. However, a fresh attitude to retain Sexual Health and continue sexually functioning actively within limitations can produce newer meanings to life.

The primary group of hormones, which make up the Sexual and Emotional personality of a woman, is called Oestrogen. Oestrogen is responsible for the development of the Female Sexual organs, emotional make up, behavior, Sexual functioning, conception and pregnancy. A phenomenal change in a woman’s Sexuality, takes place with Menopause, with a subsequent drop in Oestrogen levels. Menopause is the end of menstrual cycles and ovulation, which has been taking place every month since adolescence. Technically, the meaning of this event is that the woman will no longer be able to reproduce and carry a child. However, Sexual orgasms can no longer be optimum, resulting in a drop in Sexual desire and few or no Sexual intercourse. Physiological changes in Sexual and Reproductive organs, after menopause and drop in Oestrogen levels, include thinning of vaginal wall tissues, little lubrication, decrease in size of the cervix, clitoris, uterus, ovaries and little or no orgasms during Sexual intercourse.

Chronic and terminal illnesses of major bodily organs, together with the side effects of medications involved, can decrease the Sexual libido and prove Sexual intercourse and orgasms difficult to achieve. Medical procedures of the female kind, such as Hysterectomy and Mastectomy also require temporarily refraining from Sexual intercourse. Speaking to a medical practitioner, or better still a competent Sexologist, can be a very rewarding experience. Though the reproductive capacity in older women cannot be salvaged, newer formulations of Medicines, under Physician supervision, can enhance other aspects of Sexual Health, by inducing an emotional make over and provide opportunities for enhanced Sexual Encounters.

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Sexual Health and Serious Illness

Category: Health, Sex Basics, Sexual Health, Sexual Problem

When someone has a serious illness, it can be difficult for them to show much interest in sex. Some of these people also have interest in sex, but they just cannot get their bodies to do what they want. In other words, they don’t have the strength of the ability to have sex, even if their mind is willing. They might also have to wait for clearance from their doctor so they can enjoy sexual activity again. If you find yourself in that situation, be patient. While sex is important to a lot of people, there are plenty of other pursuits that you can enjoy. Take up a hobby you can safely do and that will keep your mind occupied. Thinking about the sex you’re not having won’t help you feel better.

If your inability to have sex is temporary, you can look forward to the day when you’ll be able to enjoy it once again. If you’ve been told you’re simply not healthy enough to have sex – such can be the case with someone with a severe heart condition, for example – you’ll have to come to terms with the fact that part of your life is over. There are many other healthy ways to channel that energy, of course. If you feel depressed about the issue, seeing a counselor to talk about your feelings can be very beneficial. There are still people who think that seeking help is weak, but this is really not the case. It can help you find other pursuits that you can enjoy.

While sexual activity is a large part of life for some people, there are other people who choose to make it only a small part of their life – or they don’t have it in their life at all. These people, if a lack of sex is their choice, are generally happy and don’t have a problem with their lifestyle. They have plenty of other things in their life that keep them busy and fulfilled, and you can do things the same way, if serious illness ends your sex life.

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Lost Interest in Sex? How to Get it Back

Category: General, Sexual Life, Sexual Problem

From time to time, some people lose their interest in sex. There can be several reasons for this, and it does seem to happen to women more often than it does to men. No matter what age bracket you’re in, whether you have a current partner, or which gender you are, there are things you can do in order to get your sexual interest back. The first thing you should do is visit your doctor to rule out a medical problem. Some health problems can really kill your sex drive, and it’s important to rule them out before you do anything else. Once you’ve been given a clean bill of health physically, assess your mental health. Problems like depression and anxiety can also make you lose interest in sex.

If you’re depressed or having problems with anxiety or panic attacks, seeing a therapist for a few sessions may help you regain some perspective. There are also medications you can take to improve these conditions – although some of them can lower your sex drive. Be sure to steer clear of medications with this side effect, if you’re already struggling in that area. Also, talking with your partner can help. Maybe there’s something else in your relationship that’s causing you to feel too overwhelmed or tired for sex very often. Perhaps there’s a problem that you’re not dealing with, or something about your partner that’s turning you off to the idea of having sex.

While it might be difficult, the best thing you can do for your sexual relationship is to be open and honest with your partner. If there’s a large issue, this can be very hard to deal with. If there are smaller issues that your partner won’t see as significant, it might be hard for him or her to understand why you put such importance on something that might seem meaningless to someone else. Put those fears aside and choose to be open and honest, anyway. Once you talk things out, you may come to resolutions that will spark your interest in each other once again.

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Can Toys in the Bedroom Help Your Relationship?

Category: General, Sex Toys

It’s no secret that there are plenty of places – both online and offline – where you can purchase products to enhance your experience in the bedroom. Is this a good idea, and will it improve the quality of your relationship? That depends on several factors. While some people enjoy using props and toys in their sexual experience, other people aren’t comfortable with that kind of play. What you like and what your partner likes have to be the most important issues. Don’t let other people’s opinions talk you into or out of what you feel most comfortable with. Toys are fine if you enjoy them, and you don’t need to use them if they make you uncomfortable. The most important thing is that you and your partner are both comfortable with what goes on in your bedroom.

When you’re both at ease and interested in showing love to one another and having fun, your experience can be very beautiful and exciting with or without anything extra added in. The best way to move toward this kind of experience is to be honest with yourself about what you’d like, and then encourage your partner to do the same. Then you can talk about it together and determine what areas you agree and don’t agree on. Even if you aren’t completely in agreement, it’s better to make sure that you know that before there are misunderstandings in the bedroom. Just be sure that you don’t try to pressure your partner into agreeing with your opinion. That’s one of the ways to create a disaster, instead of a fondly-remembered experience.

If you and your partner are uncomfortable talking about it, there may be deeper issues in your relationship. Sure, sex can be an embarrassing topic – but it doesn’t have to be. If you’re really comfortable with one another you should be able to talk about what you do and what you’d like to do in a mature and realistic way. You’ll be better able to communicate your desires that way, and that’s a winning situation for both of you.

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For Good Sexual Health, Know Your Partner

Category: General, Sexual Health, Sexual Life

A lot of people get together and ‘hook up’ – or have sex without any kind of commitment involved. They might not even know their partner’s last name, true age, or anything else about that person. It’s ‘just for fun’ and doesn’t mean anything. These people are putting themselves at great risk for sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) when they get together with people they know nothing about. They’ll most likely use a condom, but these can break and sometimes they come off, have a hole in them, or have other problems that can compromise their value in that situation. This increases the risk of STDs and pregnancy, and can really leave people scared and upset. You can avoid all of that, though, by only having sex with a partner you know and feel comfortable with.

People sometimes argue that this isn’t as exciting, but there’s nothing exciting about an unwanted pregnancy or an STD. That not only causes a lot of alarm at the time, but can harm your future, too. In the case of STDs, you can have a lot of trouble when you do meet someone that you want to become seriously involved with. Some STDs can be cured, but others cannot. Having one that you’ll deal with for the rest of your life means your future partners will have to deal with that, as well. Some people find that to be a deal-breaker when it comes to dating and having sex with someone they meet and are attracted to.

By holding off on having sex with someone you’ve just met, you’ll be doing yourself a huge favor – even if it doesn’t feel like it at the time. You may end up getting to know that person and having a real, lasting relationship. If you don’t, there’s no harm done and you won’t feel like you need to be worried about your present or future health. You’ll also avoid the risk of a pregnancy and the raising of a child with someone you don’t know and aren’t even sure if you like. Knowing your partner is important.

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