Dr. Adesida Adewumi shares the health benefits of regular sexual activity, including better sleep, stress reduction, and improved lifespan

Dr. Adesida Adewumi, a Consultant Family Physician, has shared compelling insights into the health benefits of regular sexual activity.

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Speaking in an interview in Abuja on Tuesday, Adewumi highlighted that sexual activity, when practiced regularly, offers a wide range of physical, emotional, and mental health benefits, contributing to a longer and healthier life.

According to Adewumi, couples who engage in regular sexual activity tend to live longer than those who have less frequent sex. He explained that regular sex can lower the risk of several health conditions, including stroke, heart attacks, and even certain cancers.

“Regular sex reduces the risk of prostate and breast cancers. For men, ejaculating 21 times a month significantly lowers the risk of prostate cancer,” Adewumi stated.

In addition to its cancer-fighting properties, Adewumi pointed out that sexual activity can also alleviate body pain and headaches. He further noted that it can help burn calories, making it an excellent option for those struggling with overweight or obesity.

“Sex acts like regular exercise when performed at least three times a week on alternate days,” he explained, adding that it also contributes to lowering high blood sugar levels, benefiting those with diabetes.

The health benefits extend to mental well-being as well, with regular sex reducing the risk of depression and anxiety. Adewumi emphasized that engaging in sex regularly can also enhance brain function, leading to improved productivity and greater career fulfilment. “Sexual activity boosts emotional well-being by increasing intimacy and love between couples,” he noted.

Dr. Adewumi also addressed the benefits of sex for pregnant women, stating that those who engage in regular sexual activity tend to experience easier labour and quicker post-delivery recovery.

He further explained that women who have more frequent sex during pregnancy are more likely to have smoother deliveries.

When it comes to women’s health, Adewumi recommended having regular sex a few days before the menstrual cycle begins to help reduce cramps.

He also pointed out that sexual activity can improve couples’ relationships by fostering intimacy and reducing irritability. Couples who engage in regular sex tend to be happier, more logical, and experience fewer arguments, he said.

For those in monogamous relationships, Adewumi stressed the importance of practising safe sex to avoid sexually transmitted infections (STIs).

He highlighted that a committed relationship significantly reduces the risk of exposure to harmful infections, such as HIV, herpes, and hepatitis, which are commonly transmitted through unprotected sex.

Adewumi concluded by underscoring the importance of engaging in sexual activity within the context of a healthy, committed relationship. His advice reinforces the idea that regular sex, when practiced safely and with a partner, offers significant physical, emotional, and psychological benefits.