AsHealthlineoutlines, sex has several intellectual, emotional, psychological, and physical benefits.

A healthy sex life starts with understanding its importance to overall wellbeing.

As with other forms of exercise, sex can burn calories, strengthen muscles, and increase hearth health.

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Moreover, research has found a possible link between sex and lower blood pressure.

Interestingly enough, it may even lower your risk of heart attack.

Sex balances out estrogen and testosterone levels, which can lead to heart disease if persistently too low.

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Sex is even a known sleep aid, releasing oxytocin and endorphins that can put you right into dreamland.