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Daniel P. Reid states in his popular book “The Tao of Health Sex and Longevity” that the traditional Western hypocrisy towards sex has prevented serious study of human sexuality in the Western world until only a few decades ago. If you visit www.webmd.com you will find scientific evidence that shows how sex can improve heart health, address headache and arthritis pain as well as PMS systems. There are even studies that show how sex can reduce prostate cancer.
Of the numerous scientific studies on the benefits of healthy sexual activity; longevity has been one of the most encouraging outcomes in much of the research reported on this subject. A study on the positive relationship between sexual activity and longevity was conducted by Dr. David Weeks a British psychologist and former director of old age psychology at the Royal Edinburgh Hospital.
After over 10 years of research Dr. Weeks concludes that sexual pleasure is a crucial factor in preserving youth. At a speaking engagement at the British Psychological Society, Dr. Weeks stated that his findings suggest that: sex releases a human growth hormone that helps keep the elasticity in the skin which prevents wrinkles and gives the skin a healthy glow, sex can improve the circulation of the blood, which is good for the heart. Week’s research also showed evidence that sex burns fat and can release chemicals that strengthen the immune system.
Taoist masters have studied the health benefits of sexual energy for thousands of years. In my workshops on this subject I often use Daniel P. Reid’s book and three other important books that provide detailed information on the use of sexual energy to preserve the quality of life, especially for older people. The three books are “Taoist Yoga” by Lu K’uan Yu, “Taoist Secrets of Love Cultivating Male Sexual Energy” by Mantak Chia and Michael Winn:” and” Healing Love through the Tao: Cultivating Female Sexual Energy” by Mantak and Maneewan Chia.
It is important to understand that the Western Judeo-Christian programmed concept of guilt and sin attached to sex has prevented many from associating sex with health and wellbeing. Research done by Dr. Weeks and many others in the medical and scientific community, is now challenging the traditional Western hypocrisy towards sex; which is opening the doors to a positive approach to the health benefits of human sexuality.
After a certain age some people both male and female, often do not focus on keeping their sexuality alive for many reasons. This can be very unhealthy even if you don’t have a partner it is important to keep your sexual energy alive. The above-mentioned books can be helpful tools and guides that will help you keep your internal sexual energy alive.
You are never too old to allow yourself to rediscover your sexual energy. Keep the fire alive and it will improve your quality of life.
