Sex is not just an experience that brings pleasant sensations, but it can also be beneficial for health. Here’s what a healthy sex life can do for us… 1. Supports the immune system According to some experts in the field, people who regularly have sex get sick less often. With them, the body’s defense against microbes, viruses and other pests is higher. Researchers from Pennsylvania in the US found that students who had sex once or twice a week had higher levels of certain antibodies than those who had sex less often. 2. Increases Libido Having sex in itself makes sex better and increases libido at the same time. In women, regular sex increases lubrication in the vagina, blood flow to it and its elasticity. All this leads to a better sensation during sex and makes us want more. 3. Improves Bladder Control A strong pelvic floor is important to avoid urinary incontinence, a condition that affects around 30% of women at some point in their lives. Sex is like a workout for the pelvic floor muscles. When we have an orgasm, they contract, which strengthens them. NEWS_MORE_BOX 4. Lowers blood pressure levels Researchers find link between sex and lower blood pressure levels. Data from a study in the field indicated that sexual intercourse in particular, not masturbation, lowered systolic blood pressure. 5. Sleep improves We may fall asleep faster after sex. The reason is that after orgasm, the hormone prolactin is released, which is associated with the feeling of relaxation and sleepiness.