Hugs to avoid illness
TRUE
It may sound illogical and yet. Making love often would strengthen our immune system according to an American study dating from 2014. This showed that the most active individuals in bed produced more immunoglobulins A, proteins with antibody functions. Other studies have found that just feeling loved and relaxed also makes you more resistant to colds.
Sweat to wash away germs
FALSE
We could say that by taking action with darling, we will sweat and therefore evacuate germs. It is the same reasoning that explains why some people think of healing themselves by going to a hot tub or sauna. In fact, sweating will at best decongest your nose for a little while. But under no circumstances will you be treated! Besides, you not only risk dehydration… and your partner’s flight.
The somersaults against the headache
TRUE
The analgesic effect of intercourse has been proven several times. Thanks to the endorphins produced at the time of orgasm, around 60% of people experience a reduction in their migraine (German University of Münster, 2013). It is therefore a good idea to pass the terrible bar to the skull of the seasonal cold! A researcher has also shown that foreplay was just as effective thanks to the action of oxytocin, this attachment hormone produced especially during childbirth, which also reduces pain.
Semen to promote immunity
FALSE
An English influencer, Tracy Kiss, is absolutely convinced of this. If she hasn’t had a cold or the flu for three years, it’s because every morning she drinks a small smoothie made from spinach, broccoli, peppers… and semen. An assertion that has absolutely no scientific value! Because if its proteins and vitamins have an anti-aging effect, semen is also likely to contain no less than 27 viruses.
Orgasm against a stuffy nose
TRUE
This is the most recent discovery… and the most original! German researchers have just highlighted the improbable link between orgasm and nasal decongestion, by testing the difference between a simple spray and sexual intercourse on 18 heterosexual couples. And it had exactly the same effect! Research is underway to find out if the magic effect also works… when you are alone.
See also: Dr Love: Which hug do you need?