A better immune system and 4 other things that happen when you have sex

Sex not only changes you emotionally, but physically too. Photo: Shutterstock/IndiaPicture

Girls, when you finally decide to pop your cherry, there are a million things you think of. Right from the scented candles to the satin bed sheets-you leave no stone unturned to make your first time memorable. And why not? It's special, after all.

So, you spend hours searching on the Internet or talking about it to your friends, trying to prepare yourself. However, little do you know--it's not just about the romance of it, but the 'after' that will leave a lingering impact on you.

Sex not only changes you emotionally, but physically too. Now, don't you start worrying--because some wonderful things happen to your body once you become sexually active.

Interested? Well, here they are.

Getting Some is Great for Your Immune System

If you are one of those unlucky souls who keeps falling sick quite frequently, your medical bills are about to get cut by half. Hooray!

As it turns out--sex is a boon for your immune system, and you're probably doing yourself a favour by indulging in some. The antibodies, commonly known as immunoglobulin A or IgA (which protect you from cold and flu), increase once you start having sex.

Sex will make you happy. And we mean it quite literally! Photo: Shutterstock/IndiaPicture

Your Bladder Control Gets Better

Good action benefits your pelvic floor muscles, like no other workout can! Once you start having sex and climaxing-the constant contractions, courtesy those mind-blowing orgasms, will exercise those muscles.

So, the more sex you have, the more control you will have over your bladder. This means-no anxiety over absence of washrooms, while you travel. Can it get any better than this?

Say Goodbye to the Blues

Sex will make you happy. And we mean it quite literally!

Do you know that when you orgasm a hormone called oxytocin is released, which makes you feel light-headed and elated. Apart from this, dopamine (another happy hormone) thrives in your brain, while you get all hot and heavy. And guess what it does? It makes you more confident and social. Woohoo!

You Are Going To Burn Calories, Oh Yes!

Is your gym membership about to expire? Well--don't worry about gaining weight, because you are in for a free treat.

All the action between the sheets helps you burn calories, and how! Depending upon the length of your love-making session, you can burn up to 250 calories! In fact, you can even try some exciting positions to work your abs and arms.

You Will Sleep Better

Oh! The sweetness of a peaceful night's slumber. If you have been missing it so far, it is time to catch up on some beauty sleep.

Sex releases a hormone called prolactin, which induces sleep and makes you feel relaxed. So, the next time you twist and toss on your bed, trying to fall asleep-you know what to do!

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