Some of us think we know it all when it comes to sex, but there’s definitely some odd facts out there we betcha didn’t know!! Check out ten strange ones below.
1. Genetics Can Affect When a Person Will Lose His or Her Virginity
Obviously, each person makes the individual decision of when to have sex for the first time, but recent studies show that your genetics can play a role in how early you make the decision. In fact, a study of twins who were separated at birth shows that there is a strong genetic link in the age a person chooses to lose his or her virginity. Inheritable traits such as impulsiveness do affect the decision, although social mores play a major role as well.
2. The Clitoris is Mostly an Internal Organ
By now, most people know about the clitoris and where it is located…or at least, they know about the tip of the organ. While you might think that little bump that drives women crazy is the whole enchilada, as it turns out, that’s just the tip of the iceberg. In fact, the majority of the clitoris is located within the pelvis and, when erect, it actually wraps around the vagina, making the vagina and sex more pleasurable (for both parties) as the woman gets more excited.
3. Sperm is Surprisingly Nutritious
At around 15 calories per “serving,” sperm contains the same protein as the white of a large egg, along with vitamin C, calcium, magnesium, potassium, vitamin B12 and zinc. Sure, it might not be as healthy as a multi-vitamin, but few vitamins come with such pleasurable effects.
4. Birth Control Affects Women’s Taste in Men
The pill may have done wonders for women’s lib, but it turns out it might also be hurting their sex lives. A recent study has shown that women who are on the pill get with partners they find less attractive and worse in bed because these men offer better opportunities for a long-term relationship. While the women were less sexually satisfied, they were, on average, much happier with the non-sexual aspects of their relationships. Additionally, women on the pill stayed in relationships for an average of two years longer than those who were not on the medication.
Researchers believe this is because the pill affects the chemistry of a woman’s brain, making them more interested in obtaining a long-term relationship than finding someone they would be more sexually compatible with.
5. Sex Can Help You Stay Healthy
Having sex once or twice a week can actually boost your immune system, as it increases the levels of immunoglobulin A in the body. Immunoglobulin A is an antibody that lives in your saliva and mucous linings that helps stop colds and flu before they start, by fighting the viruses off before they get past your nose or mouth.
