There Are Hidden Benefits Behind Oral Sex With Couples, This Is What Sexologists Say

JAKARTA - oral sex is not just a matter of pleasure. Many couples make this activity a part of meaningful intimate relationships, either as part of foreplay, or a form of love in itself. More than that, oral sex can actually provide a number of health benefits that are quite surprising.

According to Dr. Manvi Verma, a gynecologist and sexologist specialist, oral sex can help reduce stress, improve sleep quality, and even contribute to overall health.

"Sexual activities, including oral sex, can improve the immune system and heart health," said Dr. Verma, quoted from the Healthshots page.

"In addition, the body also releases hormones such as oxytocin and endorphins that can help a person feel more relaxed and happy," he continued.

Some studies also show manifold water contains melatonin, which is a hormone that can help sleep better. This shows that oral sex is not only emotionally beneficial, but also physiologically.

In addition to melatonin, manifold water also contains spermidin, which is a compound that according to a study in Nature Cell Biology can slow down the aging process. This study examines the possibility of injecting spermidin into cells as a form of anti-aging therapy.

Not only that, according to a study from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, women who perform oral sex 1.2 times a week have a lower risk of breast cancer. This is thought to be related to certain chemicals found in manifold water.

Although oral sex is quite common, that doesn't mean everyone feels comfortable doing it. Therefore, honest and open communication between partners is very important.

"Each couple should be able to talk about their boundaries and comfort. This is not only a matter of physicality, but also mutual respect," said Dr. Verma.

By building a mutual agreement, sexual experience can become safer, more enjoyable, and meaningful for both parties.

However, oral sex is not completely safe. Although it does not cause pregnancy, oral sex still has a risk of transmitting sexually transmitted infection (IMS). Therefore, it is important to understand these risks and implement preventive measures such as maintaining cleanliness and carrying out regular health checks.