Impact of Sexual Activity on Health and Mortality

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Women who abstain from sex may be at a higher risk of death within five years, while men with the most sex are also at risk of early death. Regular sexual activity is linked to better cardiovascular health and may help reduce the harmful effects of depression. The study found that high sexual frequency increased mortality risk for men but not for women.

Key Points

  • Regular sexual activity is important for overall cardiovascular health
  • Sexual frequency interacts with gender to increase mortality
  • High sexual frequency may have negative effects on men's mortality risk

Pros

  • Regular sexual activity linked to better cardiovascular health
  • May help reduce the harmful effects of depression

Cons

  • Women who abstain from sex may be at a higher risk of death
  • Men with the most sex are at risk of early death