10 Shocking Health Benefits Of Semen

A study, recently published by Dutch psychologists, showed that when women are sexually aroused, their disgust tolerance increases — not just regarding sex, but across the board. In the study, the aroused group of women were less disgusted when asked to touch a "bloody" bone (actually it was red ink) or put their hands in a bowl of allegedly used condoms (which were actually not used, but covered in lubricant). The study also contained two other groups of women who were not aroused.

Seminal plasma (the fluid that provides nutrients and protection for sperm, consisting of a complex range of organic and inorganic constituents) may have many health benefits. Yes, you read that correctly — semen is healthy for you! The alleged benefits of seminal plasma are activated when a man deposits semen into a woman's vagina. Newer research suggests that the same benefits may be available if the seminal plasma is swallowed. Some theories even suggest that semen deposited anally will offer the same benefits. 

Nature knows what she is doing! Some of the helpful chemicals in seminal plasma include testosterone, estrogen, prolactin, opiod peptides, oxytocin, serotonin, melatonin, and norepineprine. Just think, you can get a dose of all that without having to go to the vitamin store! Much of the research in this area is preliminary and needs to be replicated. But I believe more and more empirical research will support these initial findings. If you've noticed any of this to be true in your own life, please comment!

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