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6 things you probably didn't know about masturbating

6 things you probably didn t know about masturbating

Masturbating can be a great way to relax and pamper yourself. You probably didn't know these 6 things about masturbating.

1. Masturbating is good for you

Dopamine, endorphins and prolactin ensure that your stress level decreases, that you sleep better and… it can even reduce menstrual pain.

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2. Masturbating is good for your pelvic floor muscles

As we age, our pelvic floor muscles can relax. By training your pelvic floor muscles, you can strengthen them and that can benefit your sex life. During masturbation the right muscles tense, it is practically a workout for your 'sex muscles'.

3. You better not always masturbate in the same way

Using a vibrator all the time, or masturbating with the same hand over and over, can make it harder for you to come when you have sex with a partner. Therefore, make sure there is variety.

4. There are different types of orgasms

You don't necessarily need sex to have an orgasm. You can have an orgasm at these 3 unusual moments.

5. Saliva increases the chance that you will get an infection

Saliva works well as a lubricant. It does have a drawback:the bacteria in your saliva makes it easier to get an infection down under. It is therefore better to use regular lubricant.

6. A woman's orgasm lasts longer than a man's

The male orgasm lasts an average of 6 seconds, that of a woman 20 seconds.

Source:Scienceofus

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