The health benefits of oh...oh...orgasms and sex

Boost your self-esteem

A fulfilling sex life makes you feel more confident about your body - and about life in general. In fact, one of the main reasons people have sex is to boost self-esteem, according to research collated by the University of Texas. 'Regular, satisfying sex can boost a woman's emotional health in so many ways,' says Dr Pam Spurr, author of Sex Dreams and Symbols (Connections, £8.99). 'The production of oxytocin during sex or masturbation helps create a deep sense of emotional wellbeing.'