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  SEX GUIDE  

Sex is taboo. Talking or discussing sexual issues is considered a barrier in conservative communities and families. There is a total lack of proper sex education in schools and colleges, which ultimately leads to misconceptions about sex, and irrational fears. Such fears and misconceptions even lead to serious psychological problems that end up affecting one's sexual health.

Since there are no proper, formal channels for imparting sex education to teenagers and youth, incomplete information results in unanswered questions, doubts and unwanted consequences.

This Sex Guide contains important facts and information about essential matters pertaining to sex, with a specific focus on both the genders. There are basics related to sex, intimacy, sexual hygiene and tips for maintaining a healthy sexual relationship with your partner.

Health Benefits of Sex

• According to British Medical Journal, chemicals released during sexual intercourse enhance the skin texture.

• Couples who do sex at least thrice a week are at 50% less risk of getting heart attack as romantic hormones like testosterone reduce heart attack risk by strengthening heart muscles.

• Oxytocin which is released during intercourse reduces stress levels in the body and strengthens bond between the couples.

• Endorphins released during sex have the capacity to reduce pain in the body.

• Regular sex increases Immunoglobulin-A levels by 30 times which raises immunity.

• During sex, heart beats 80-150 times which is a good exercise to strengthen muscles.

• One sex session is equal to running 1 km. So bedroom is the best gym.

• Prolactin released during sex increases the capacity of smell.

• Sex reduces breast cancer in women and prostate cancer in men.