seven surprising benefits of sex toys no one told you about.

Gone are the days when sex was seen as an activity made solely for the purpose of procreation. Most persons have now begun to see sex as more of a pleasurable activity which explains the growing popularity of sex toys. Owning a sex toy is like having a well-stocked fridge. It is necessary. This is because the benefits of sex toys are more than just pleasure. Research has shown that sex toys can greatly improve your health and well-being.

Don’t think so? Here are 7 reasons you need to stock up on your sex toys

1. It relieves stress

The demands on the average person today can cause stress to build up. An orgasm a day can greatly improve your mental health and keep you happy. This is because the hormones oxytocin and serotonin (feel good hormones) are usually produced when you climax.

A regular boost of these hormones is a great way for the body to fight stress, leaving you more positive, relaxed and happy.

 2. It improves sexual health conditions

Symptoms of sexual health conditions in women like vaginismus, (a condition involving a muscle spasm in the pelvic floor muscles that makes penetration impossible) ,arousal disorder and vulvodynia can be managed using sex toys. Vibrators are used as treatment for vaginismus, this is because vibrators can help relax muscles in the vagina which helps in increasing blood circulation to the vagina area. Sex aids like cock rings and prostrate massagers for men help manage the symptoms of erectile dysfunction and premature ejaculation.

3. Improves body confidence

Sex toys help with body and bedroom confidence. Exploring and knowing different parts of your body will make you have a better appreciation for it. And make you see your body in a more positive light because you have come to better terms with every part of your body and you appreciate it better.

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4. It keeps your vagina healthy

Using a vibrator regularly can help maintain the walls of the vagina and keep the vagina healthy. When aroused, the vagina produces secretions . This moisture helps in improving the elasticity of the vagina which is one of the ways our vagina is kept healthy.

“It can also help prevent infections in the cervix and urinary tract through the process of opening the cervix, which occurs during arousal. This stretches the cervix and allows unwanted cervical fluids to be flushed out.”

5. It helps relieve pain

Surprised? The area of the brain that is responsible for pain reduction is highly activated during arousal which leads to a release of endorphins which can soothe nerve impulses that can cause migraines or joint pain.

So the next time you have a headache, you can whip out your vibrator and just orgasm yourself out of the headache.

6. Keeps the vaginal walls fit

Think of orgasms like an exercise. When you orgasm your vagina contracts which strengthens the pelvic floor muscles keeping it fit. Exercising your pelvic floor muscles can help with bladder control, and a prevention of incontinence. On the plus side, a stronger pelvic floor can lead to more intensifying orgasms.

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7. A better sex life

Want to have a better sex life? Then you should definitely add a toy to your sex life. Toys like vibrators and dildos are a great way to expand your pleasure horizons. Experimenting with a sex toy may help you to further explore your sexuality.  Using a sex toy will widen your range of sensations, help you understand what makes your body tick and find new and exciting pleasure points.