There’s a bit of a stigma around period sex, which means many women avoid getting their rocks off for a few days every month.
While the thought of being pleasured while you’re on your period may not fill you with joy, there is a surprising health benefit to romping when you’re on the blob.
Experts at the University of Michigan believe that period bonking makes your time of the month go a whole lot quicker.
The gynaecologists revealed that orgasming helps to pass the blood through the body at a more rapid rate.
This is because climaxing makes your uterus contract, expelling the fluid through faster than it would on its own.
Dr Dee Fenner explained: “Although no studies have been done on this, it’s likely that menstrual blood in the uterus is squeezed out during orgasm.”
Not only will this get your sex life back to normal quicker, it also means you’ll be cutting down the time spent doubled over with cramps.
When you reach climax, your body releases endorphins oxytocin and dopamine – which help alleviate the affects of period pains.
This is a great way to naturally overcome PMS problems without reaching for painkillers.
Many believe that it’s important to let your guard down enough to enjoy period sex with your partner.
Not only will it improve your communication about bedroom fun, it may also bring you closer as a couple.
These benefits aren’t the only positive side-effect to orgasming.
Dr Nicole Prause, who runs a sex lab Liberos in the US, recently told the Daily Star Online about the health benefits of intercourse.
The scientist revealed that engaging in steamy sessions regularly can help to improve brain function.
As well as this, the pleasure can aid the production of serotonin, reducing stress and helping you to fight depression.
The sexpert explained: “There are many potential applications of sexual behaviors to promote general health.
“For example, continued sexual activity has been associated with better neuropsychological tests, specifically number sequencing and recall, suggesting that sexual activity may have the potential to improve or preserve cognitive functions.”
