11 Health Benefits of Masturbation

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Added on: Jul 16, 2021

    A team of enthusiasts working to on eliminating stigma around sex. They aim to bring issues of sexual wellness and pleasure to the forefront.

    One extremely important aspect of maintaining reproductive and sexual health is masturbation.  There are various health benefits to masturbation but due to a different schools of thought, people shy away from exploring it. Masturbation, when done right, can be a heavenly experience. Doctors believe that it can be a regular part of your life. Let us look at some of the health benefits of masturbation, and tools you can use to satisfy yourself. 

    Benefits of masturbation:

    1. Improve heart health-

    It is a common myth that vrigorous sex can increase your chances of having a heart attack or stroke. While it may be true in some cases, there are more advantages to masturbation than disadvantages. One of the main health benefits of masturbation is that it can improve heart health and protect you from cardiovascular diseases. According to The American Journal of Cardiology, men who orgasmed twice a week had fewer strokes than men who orgasmed just once a month. There is no harm in self-lovelone rangering, in fact, it is a recommended practice to prioritise your bodily and sexual needs from time to time. 

    1. Improve relationships:

    The second in the list of health benefits of masturbation is that it is an effective way to improve relationships with one-self and with your partner. Firstly, masturbation lets you explore your own body. Through m-bating, you understand pleasure points, arousal factors, and understand what doesn’t work for you. While the health effects of masturbating are plenty, they also aid in improving mental health. People who masturbate have found to have a better relationship with their bodies than others who don’t masturbate. Understanding your turn-ons and turn-offs can help improve your relationship with your partner as you can attain better orgasms and enjoy a better sex life by guiding them to please you in bed. After all, sexual satisfaction lies at the heart of every healthy relationship, right?

    1. Helps with relief during periods:

    Whether it is a good old vibrator or a dildo, an app-based toy, or just your fingers, masturbation in any way, using any tool has helped significantly with women’s sexual health. It has proved to be useful especially during menstruation. During a woman’s period, the endometrial lining will start to shed. During this process, the uterus helps by contracting the muscles which can lead to painful cramps. However, during masturbation, there is a release of dopamine, oxytocin and serotonin which can help with fighting uncomfortable menstrual cramps. These neurotransmitters are just some of the health effects of masturbation. Regular masturbation can also help regulate cycles.

    1. Helps in boosting your mood:

    Irrespective of whether you climax or not, one of the health benefits of masturbation is that it can make you happy. Masturbation activates the hypothalamus and thalamus in the brain  which is vital for attaining pleasure. As mentioned earlier, neurotransmitters like dopamine and serotonin induce happiness as well. Better yet? One of the health effects of masturbation includes the reduction of anxiety and fear. Many people experience better self-esteem and a significant increase in self-confidence as masturbation decreases anxiety and is used as a safe technique to improve the relationship with oneself. 

    1. Leads to better sleep:

    If you are tossing and turning in the night, unable to sleep, paying a visit to your vulva/vagina or penis and giving them the required attention can help tremendously with sleeping patterns. Exploring your body through masturbation releases important chemicals such as prolactin which lead to relaxation. So if you want to sleep like a baby next time when you are experiencing restlessness, whip out some self-pleasure toys and masturbate your insomnia away!

    1. Longer time to climax:

    Sometimes, it so happens that your partner may not be able to perform as well as you or they would have wanted to. Climaxing early is a completely normal situation but it can lead to some pretty awkward moments in bed. Do not worry, because masturbation is a harmless way to improve relationships with sexual partners by giving them the satisfaction they yearn for. Regular masturbation, especially for men, can leads to better sex life as they have better control over ejaculation, leading to longer durations of tension and passion in bed. Masturbation also increases sexual libido, so you and your partner can now enjoy more wild sexual encounters with each other. 

    1. Provide relief from body pain:

    Having a long day at work? Having a headache due to staring at the screen for a long time? Is your body feeling sore from workouts or long walks? One of the main health benefits of masturbation is that it can relieve you from bodily pains like fatigue, headaches and minor body aches. According to studies, when masturbation was included in part of women’s sexual health, their threshold for pain increased by 40%. Masturbation can surely help with pain sensitivity while taking you for a joy ride. 

    1. Radiant and glowing looking skin:

    Who knew that one of the health effects of masturbation would be better skin?  While it may not help with actual skin problems such as acne and hyper-pigmentation, it can bring a glow to your skin. This effect is not related to only women’s sexual health but also men’s, because one of the main health benefits of masturbation is that it increases the production of estrogen. It is a popular myth that male bodies do not produce estrogen. Men require estrogen and masturbation can help release estrogen in the body. An increase in estrogen levels can improve skin’s radiance and bring a post-masturbation glow. For folks concerned about premature balding, masturbation can improve hair health as well- All hail estrogen! 

    1. Reduced chances of prostate cancer:

    If you have a penis, male or any gender, you are susceptible to prostate cancer. Taking your penis to palm prom can reduce your chances of prostate cancer. According to research, one of  the many health benefits of masturbation is a lower risk of prostate cancer. Men who ejaculate 21+ times a month than men who ejaculate 4-7 times a month have a reduced 31% risk of prostate cancer.  Furthermore, ejaculating 8-12 times a month decreased the risk of prostate cancer by 10%.

    1. Increase in immunity:

    The COVID-19 pandemic has seriously made us all question our immunity.  According to studies, regular masturbation can help to increase our immunity. It was found that post masturbation, there was an increase in the production of white blood cells and a transient increase in adrenaline.  Now, this is what we call a win-win situation, not only do you attain heavenly pleasure but you also improve your immunity in doing so!

    1. Helps maintain an erectile penis:

    It is natural to experience erectile dysfunction during sex. Sexual performance pressure is a very real and valid fear for many.  This fear may be due to lack of experience, or lack of awareness as to what helps them feel aroused. Masturbation provides a better sex life because it acts as a workout for your pelvic floor. Masturbating 3-5 times a week can significantly improve muscle tone, especially for older men making the penis hard and erect. Masturbation keeps the “angle of your dangle” upright and “rock-solid” throughout sex.

    Tips to keep in mind while masturbating:

    Now that we have understood the various health effects of masturbation here are some tips to keep in mind while masturbating.

    • Make sure you are comfortable and in a clean environment
    • Make use of lubes, massage oils etc to increase or accelerate arousal 
    • Explore other erogenous points and not just the party downstairs
    • Add in toys like prostate stimulators, anal beads, vibrators etc
    • Start slowly and take time to truly understand what works and what doesn’t
    • Do not panic if you don’t climax, it takes a few tries 
    • Try out different positions and hands 

    In a “nut”-shell, there are a plethora of health benefits of masturbation. Better sex life, improved mental and physical health, reduced risk of prostate cancer, better skin, better libido, improved immunity etc are just some of the health effects of masturbation. There are various techniques and methods to masturbating.  There is no right technique when it comes to masturbating, it is a very personal relative process. Some people prefer toys, while some people harness the power of hands.  While there are various techniques, the very essence of it is to take some-time toway to enjoy yourself and celebrate your body. Bringing in additional pressure to perform even when you are solo might not be the best stimuli. So, keep it chill, take your time and let your toys/fingers do the magic. If you enjoyed this blog on the health benefits of masturbation, then do visit our blog page for more blogs on different sex positions, different types of sex toys and more!

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          There are several paths we take to achieving sexual pleasure. Everything we do during acts of sexual engagement is aimed at fulfilling sexual desire. There are plenty of erotic zones in a woman’s body. All you need to do is explore them and navigate to figure out how you can achieve ultimate sexual pleasure. Vibrators are a great aid in helping you get there. These sex toys and pleasure aidsare designed to provide you with safe sexual experimentation and also allow you to move past any fears or apprehension you may have about using various kinds of sex toys and different types of vibrators for women. 

          Before you check out the different types of vibrators or vibrator cost, let's first understand how you should choose a vibrator to give you an orgasm of your choice. The first step is to figure out what are the different types of vibrators you want. In simple terms, which part of your body gives you the most pleasure? Are you someone who enjoys clitoral stimulation? Does vaginal and G-spot stimulation do the job for you? Or are you into anal stimulation? Vibrators help you figure out what kind of stimulation works for you. After, all its all about exploring your body and your sexual preferenced. 

          Broad categories of various types of vibrators:

          • Internal Vibrators: They vibrators for women are inserted into the vagina and simulate the act of penetration during intercourse. They are often long, slender, cylindrical - fish shaped and made out of silicone or latex.
          • External Vibrators: They sex aids are used on external private parts such as the clitoris and labia. If you derive sexual pleasure from these parts, external vibrators are a great clitoral stimulation toy to start with. These toys can also be used during sexual intercourse as an additional pleasure aid.
          • Combination Vibrators: As the name suggests, this is a different type of vibrator for women that stimulates both internal as well as external genitalia. You can use these to stimulate the vulva, labia and clitoris as well as the vagina through penetration. These clitoral stimulation toys cum vaginal toys offer a double bonanza in terms of orgasms.
          • Anal Vibrators: These vibrators for women have a broad base and a long handle so that the head doesnt get stuck inside. They’re excellent aids for anal play. 

          At Love Depot, you have so many varieties of vibrators that you’ll be spoilt for choice!  Let’s make it easier for you by presenting some of the different types of vibrators you can experiment with to kink up your sex life!

          1. Clitoral Vibrator:

          If you’re wondering if vaginal penetration is the only way to achieve sexual pleasure, you’ll be happy to know that's not the case. Your clitoris has 8000 nerve endings that are extremely sensitive to touch! In fact, that's twice the number of nerve endings present in the penis! Your clitoris is capable of giving you multiple orgasms when dealt with the right way. The clitoris has two components, one internal and one external. The external portion is easily accessible with a clitoral vibrator, that is enough to give you unforgettable orgasms! Pop culture has constantly told us that penetration is the only sure shot way to pleasure. Let’s get rid of that narrative shall we, because clitoral vibrators and clitoral toys give you pleasure and a lot more. Your clitoris is an important pleasure point and this type of vibrator makes sure that you’re well aware of that! In case you’re worried about the vibrator cost, don't worry. You will find several pleasure toys and different types of vibrators for women and clitoral toys that are extremely affordable on Love Depot. 

          2. Massage Wand:

          Have you ever searched for vibrators online and have come across weird mic like things that are couched as ‘face massagers?’. Well, it's possible they make your cheeks feel great, but these little mics are actually meant to massage more intimate areas of your body such as for clitoral stimulation as well as stimulation of other external errogenous zones such as the labia, vulva and even other parts of your body.
          Say hello to the massage wand, a relaxing vibrator that is sure to create magic when used with the right spells. The massage wand is a sex aids that discriminates among no one and is undoubtedly one of the best types of vibrators for women out there. Its a sex toy that is suitable for all female bodies and has adjustable vibrating intensitities that can be adjusted based on your mood. It has a round, broad-ish head and a long tail, which makes it super easy to hold. You can try various sex positions with the magic massage wand. So the next time you’re bored and solo, just get a DIY pleasure packed massage with your pleasure toys right at home! 

          3. Bullet Vibrator:

          If you’re starting out with various kinds of sex toys and are looking for discreet sex aids, the bullet vibrator is a good place to start. Do not be deceived by their size, because these cute little vibrators can give you some pretty incredible orgasms! Bullet vibrators offer very targeted stimulation. The best part about this pleasure toy is that it can be attached to harnesses and dildos and offers a lot of flexibility in terms of intensity too. Since bullet vibrators are small, they are extremely convenient for travel too. You can also use a bullet vibrator on other erogenous zones of your body for greater stimulation. These different types of vibrators for women sound great, no? The bullet vibrator cost is quite affordable too!

          4. Rabbit Vibrator:

          If you’re looking for the best of both worlds - that is vaginal stimulation as well as clitoral stimulation, the rabbit vibrator is an ideal choice of a pleasure toy for you. As the name suggests, the vibrator looks like it has two bunny  ears of disproportionate size attached to a smaller head for clitoral stimulation and a larger one for penetration, to help you stimulate that G - spot. What makes the rabbit vibrator so good, is that you get blended , two in one orgasms! Rabbit vibrators are one of the most popular sex toys as well as clitoral toys among women. These different types of vibrators for women are usually made out of silicone, latex or other body friendly chemicals that makes the process of stimulation very easy. 

          5. Wearable vibrator: 

          While your standard clitoral and bullet vibrators continue to be very popular, wearable vibrators are severely underrated and offer so much potential for unforgettable mind blowing orgasms. If you want hands-free sexual stimulation and really want to enjoy the full experience of going solo without constantly holding on to your vibrator, the wearable vibrator is the perfect choice for you. You can also use wearable vibrators outside the bedroom, since most of them are extremely quiet and make absolutely no sound. Depending on whether you want clitoral stimulation, G spot stimulation or even anal stimulation, you have different types of vibrators to choose from.

          6. Suction Vibrators:

          Suction vibrators are a very different type of vibrator.  They imitate oral sex (Yes) and is indeed a milestone in this sexual revolution. Clitoral suction vibrators create air pressure and in turn a vaccum following which the vibrator sucks on your clitoris, imitating what would typically take place during oral sex. Here comes a rather interesting part about this type of vibrator. Have you ever wondered what oral sex and penetrative sex at the same time feels like? You can indulge this curiosity by investing in a suction vibrator. It is literally a multi - orgasmic magic machine. Also, many women cannot orgasm through penetrative sex alone. They require clitoral stimulation as well as penetration to achieve sexual pleasure. 

           If you’re someone who wants to please their female partner, why not focus on the penetration bit, and let a suction vibrator as a sex aid take care of the rest? Various kinds of sex toys such as suction vibrators for women help both partners enjoy sex to the fullest! 

          7. The G-Spot Vibrator:

          Ahh, the mysterious G-spot. People spend half their lives trying to find this cryptic pleasure paradise, and we really don't want women missing out on some great G-spot stimulation, do we? Women, after all deserve heightened sexual experiences and there’s nothing better than a G-spot vibrator to make them happen! As the name suggests, this type of vibrator has one mission, one aim - cut straight to the chase and hit the nail on the head. The G-spot is a notorious errogenous zone on the upper wall of the vagina, and is actually part of the same set of nerves that are present in the clitoris. The clioris has 8000 nerve endings, which means you can imagine how sensitive the G spit is!  This sex aid is designed in such as way so as to perfectly tap into that orgasmically abundant zone to get your toes tingling. The G- spot vibrator is quite long and sleek, and does a good job of making pleasure happen. The G - spot vibrator cost varies based on brand and material, and you will find affordable pleasure toys, different types of vibrators for women, and various kinds of sex toys here at Love Depot. 

          8. Anal Vibrators:

          An anal vibrator, as the name suggests is a vibrator that is designed to sexually stimulate the anus for both men and women. They produce vibrations in the rectum that give rise to pleasurable sensations. They have a larger base, many times even spherical to prevent the vibrator from getting stuck inside the anus. Remember, the anus does not produce natural lubrication, therefore its very important to use plenty of lube before you decide to use an anal vibrator. There are different types of vibrators such as vibrating anal probes, butt plugs and even beads. If you’re into anal play, an anal vibrator is the perfect sex aid that shoud be on your bedside table! 

          At Love Depot, shop from a range of clitoral stimulation toys, anal toys, different types of vibrators for women, foreplay toys, BDSM toys and more to indulge in orgasmic solo play and spice up your sex life!

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