This Surprising Nutrient Could Just Be What Your Sex Life Is Missing
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- 18 Jul 2022
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A healthy sex life can be one of the most pleasurable aspects of a relationship and a great way to connect intimately with your partner. But what happens when stress gets in the way? Here's what to know about the stress-sex connection, plus what you can do about it.
Why stress can ruin sex.
Stress can put a major damper on your sex life, both lowering your libido and getting in the way of orgasming—not to mention the strain it can put on a relationship in general.
Research has even shown that experiencing stress is negatively correlated with sexual activity (both in terms of sexual behavior and satisfaction). In one 2010 study on sex and stress, the researchers write, "Higher self-reported stress in daily life was associated with lower levels of sexual activity and satisfaction and a decrease in relationship satisfaction."
It's also not uncommon for a stressful thought mid-coitus to totally take you out of the moment (which can be hard to get back into once you've lost the vibe).
"Stress makes the body produce cortisol, and cortisol interrupts all the happy hormones of sexual arousal," mindfulness coach Emma Michelle Dixon, Ph.D., previously wrote for mbg. "When we're stressed during sex, we also tend to get too much in our heads instead of focusing on our bodies, which is key to experiencing pleasure."
How magnesium can help.
Magnesium is a major player in the body's overall functioning, and being relaxed to enjoy good sex is no exception. Getting enough magnesium in our life is clearly linked with stress physiology. In fact, high levels of stress can actually mess with the homeostasis of magnesium (an essential macromineral, mind you) in the body.
To make matters worse, the magnesium gap in our nation is surprisingly large. An estimated 44% of people are not getting enough magnesium from their diet on a daily basis.
Luckily, magnesium supplements are available today to ensure you reach the recommended daily intake of magnesium, such as mbg's sleep support+ formula. It's made with magnesium bisglycinate, which is known for its ability to help relax muscles and ease stress—both things that will help in the bedroom.*
As board-certified neurologist Ilene Ruhoy, M.D., Ph.D., previously told mbg, "Several studies have shown magnesium to be beneficial for anxiousness with improvements in sense of calm, contentment, and resilience."* Read More...
