http://articles.sexualpleasureplus.com/rss.xml A blog about sexualpleasureplus.com daily 365 1901-01-01T00:00+00:00 http://articles.sexualpleasureplus.com/?a=35501 <p>by Gregg Hall</p><p>There are many products on the market that claim to be able to help with erectile dysfunction or ED, as it is sometimes called. Though there are a lot of herbal products that make the claim you should be extremely careful if you are considering going that route. The companies that market these products make claims that they will restore your physical abilities to that of your youth and many other unsubstantiated claims. Since the Food and Drug Administration doesn't regulate products that are considered to be natural you have no evidence or assurances that they will do what they say. If you know someone personally who is using a product that works then you may try it and see how it works for you. I definitely wouldn't hold my breath waiting on great results, it's kind of like the herbal remedies that guarantee you to lose 10 pounds a week, that isn't going to happen.<br /><br />There has been a media uproar over the drug Viagra, also known affectionately as the little blue pill. Although men all over the United States have expressed that they are very satisfied with the drug, in many cases their sexual partners are expressing differing opinions. The reason that many women don't really like their men using the drug is because it takes away from the feeling if intimacy and focuses everything on the act of sex itself. In addition, because of the high cost of the drug many men feel like they should be able to get all they can from it to make it worthwhile. For many men with severe problems there are many positives in regards to Viagra but just like many other drugs there are also many negatives. The thing to remember is that if you are married or in a committed relationship you should discuss the option with your partner as this is not a decision that affects only you.<br /><br />Another area that has become a problem due to Viagra is that it works to good sometimes. What I mean by that is that it can encourage a man who is taking the drug to go looking for sexual satisfaction outside of the relationship he is in if he feels that his newfound sex drive isn't being satisfied by his partner. This is why it is important for both partners to be on the same page when it comes to a man taking the drug. Relationships that were once monogamous can be torn apart because of the man becoming unfaithful. The reality of the situation is that the best fix would be for a woman to be able to get a little pill that would enhance her sex drive, sadly there is no such thing at this time.</p><h3 class="popup">About the Author </h3><p>Gregg Hall is an author living in Navarre Florida. Find more about this as well as Sexual Enhancement at <a href="http://www.sexualpleasureplus.com/">http://www.sexualpleasureplus.com</a></p> 2006-08-15T01:04-04:00 http://articles.sexualpleasureplus.com/?a=35500 <p>by Gregg Hall</p><p>Try that one the next time you are trying to encourage your partner to get busy! Seriously, it has been medically proven that the act of sex is beneficial to your emotional and physical health. The hormone, testosterone is released in large amounts during the activity which is essential for strong muscles and bones. You will also burn calories and your brain will release Oxytocin which makes the emotions of nurturing and affection stronger. So, to summarize the benefits in a nutshell, you get stronger muscles, burn calories, and feelings of love and affection from engaging in sex on a regular basis. I can't think of any exercise that can do that and it sure won't be as much fun!<br /><br />If you participate in sexual activity on a regular basis it is excellent for helping you to maintain your weight, it burns off calories which also reduces fat stores. You can actually burn similar calorie totals as you would with weight training, canoeing, dancing, or walking. You will also experience an increased blood flow overall in your body which helps your health in all areas and since it also increases your heart rate it can have cardiac benefits as well. Good cholesterol is increased and bad is decreased.<br /><br />Another side benefit from having sex at bedtime is that it relieves stress and releases sleep inducing hormones that will help you to sleep better. If you are having trouble sleeping, maybe you aren't getting enough!<br /><br />Sex makes you live longer. Now there's a cool bumper sticker. But, it's true, according to studies stating that two orgasms per week could your death rate by as much as 50% compared to people only having one a month. In addition, your immune system is boosted and the so-called mother hormone, DHEA is released which increases cognitive abilities, helps repair and maintain tissues, helps with bone growth, and help your skin to stay looking healthy and smooth. It kind of sounds like the fountain of youth, doesn't it?<br /><br />Due to the release of testosterone and estrogen you want to have sex more often. Testosterone is also the hormone that is essential in the building and toning of muscles. The estrogen and testosterone are also the hormones that stimulate a woman to want her partner's touch and penetration.<br /><br />The hormone, Oxytocin acts to release endorphins that are natural opiates into the bloodstream in large quantities which means that sexual activity can be used as an effective pain reliever.</p><h3 class="popup">About the Author </h3><p>Gregg Hall is an author living in Navarre Florida. Find more about this as well as Sexual Enhancement at <a href="http://www.sexualpleasureplus.com/">http://www.sexualpleasureplus.com</a></p> 2006-08-15T01:02-04:00