As well as making you feel great, did you know that sex can actually make you live longer? Yes, really. With this in mind, we thought we’d give you the lowdown on the health benefits 
of sex.
Keeps your immune system strong
With the cold and flu season officially in full swing (who hasn’t been sneezed on while on the bus/tube/train, please stand up), as well as washing your hands and covering your mouth, you could boost your immunity by having regular sex. Researchers at Wilkes University in the US, found that getting down to it once or twice a week boosts the immunoglobulin proteins in our bodies. These act as antibodies and kick-start our immune systems.
Cuts risk of a stroke or heart attack
Men who have sex three times a week or more slash the risk of suffering a heart attack or stroke in half, say scientists at Queen’s University in Belfast. It also cuts the risk of prostate cancer.
Reduces pain
The rush of the hormone oxytocin, which is released when we have sex alleviates pain. Research has shown that it lessens aches associated with arthritis and menstrual cramps and helps to regulate women’s monthly cycles. So next time you’re tempted to pop an aspirin, have sex instead!
Makes you look younger & live longer
Ditch the face cream! Research shows that having regular nookie can make people look four to seven years younger – and not just that, but it can make you live longer too. Bonus!
Makes you happier
Having regular sex can make people happier than a large pay packet. A study by the National Bureau of Economic Research found that being happily married and hopping between the sheets frequently could be equivalent to an extra $100,000 (£61,000) in our pay packets every year.
Wow! We don’t need any excuse now to find a partner and boost our sex lives? What do you make of the research? Tell us @lovestruck
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