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Health benefits of foreplay (hence why you should talk about it)

TIMESOFINDIA.COM | Last updated on - Jun 1, 2023, 00:00 IST
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The act of foreplay has more benefits that a couple can imagine of


When it comes to sex, the health benefits are ignored mostly. This act of pleasure has several health benefits.

Foreplay is one of the most important parts of the sex. It involves everything except the intercourse. From cuddling to hugging to kissing, foreplay is the act before sexual intercourse.

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​It is a stress buster​


Foreplay is a better stress busting mechanism than intercourse. Several studies have proved it and personal experiences also back the research claims.

It increases the heart rate and enables a better circulation of blood in the body.

The more the duration of foreplay the better it can relax you.

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​Increases blood flow to genitalia​


Foreplay like kissing, cuddling increases blood flow to the private parts. The genitals get more dilated and it arouses sexual desire.

Foreplay leads to the release of hormones like oxytocin, serotonin and dopamine which lower the levels of stress hormone cortisol and subsequently removes the obstructions of intercourse.

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It improves sperm quantity


It is believed that longer duration of foreplay has a positive effect on the sperm of men.

Foreplay acts not just give men immense pleasure it also has a positive bearing on the amount of semen they ejaculate subsequently.

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​It ensures a good emotional health​


The amount of good hormones released during foreplay calms down the individual and makes him/her emotionally healthy.

While sexual intercourse brings couples together, foreplay seals the bond with good emotions.

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​Foreplay and sex, together reduce the risk of life threatening diseases​


For this we won't give 100 marks to foreplay. But sexual activity in its entirety can reduce the risk of life threatening diseases like heart issues.

A study conducted by researchers at the Queen's University in Belfast found that people who had sex more than twice or thrice a week had lesser chances of getting a heart attack or stroke than others.

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​Other benefits to be discussed​


Foreplay alone can better your sleep and sex can make it the best!

Some studies have found that men who engage in sex regularly have lesser chances of developing prostate cancer.

Since foreplay involves an increase in blood circulation, it gives a beautifully glowing skin.

​​Your favorite sex position and the health benefits it offers​​

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