Fascinating Facts You Never Knew About Sex

Sex is one of those simple pleasures of life that is only available to those who are willing to take the leap forward. Sex is even practiced by most people for the majority of their lifetime while some individuals only procreate in order to have children, and not for pleasure. While this may be seen as admirable by some, others believe that they’re missing out on a lot of fun. Here are some fascinating facts about sex that you never knew.

1.      Blow Gal/Blow Job

The original term blow job actually came from the old Victorian times a period were the slang for a prostitute was blowsy. Blow was also slang for ejaculation. The two combined to form an act of fellatio.

2.      Weight Loss

A human being will lose around 26 calories for every minute they spend kissing and when it comes to vigorous sex, though, one hour will burn around 150 calories in total. This adds up to about three pounds in a single year

3.      Condoms

At first condoms were made using only animal intestines and linen. In Asia, sometime before the 15th century, glans condoms would only cover the head of the penis. These were made of silk paper or lamb intestines.

4.      Headaches

Having sex with your partner is said to cure the problem of those suffering from a serious case of a bad headache. Sex forces the body to release endorphins, which naturally combats headache

5.      Skin Care

The proteins found within the sperm have been said to feature a tightening effect on the skin. When it is left to dry, the sperm will evaporate, leaving behind a protein that reduces wrinkles. Ladies this is the perfect anti-aging cream.

6.      Pubic Wigs

Pubic hair is a take-it-or-leave-it type of situation. Some people prefer a man or woman with a bit of hair, while others would rather it remain hidden. Since the 1400’s, however, pubic wigs have been a thing. Women shaved their hair to prevent lice, and then wore a wig in the hair’s place.

7.      Male Pornography

Studies have it that, men who view pornography on a regular basis are actually said to produce far more sperm within their body than those who do not. Studies have proven that men who view the films produce more than simply looking at a woman. This is thought to be some form of competition within the sperm.

8.      Animal Prostitute

Humans are not the only species to have sex for fun or for work. Animals, especially penguins, are known for prostitution. The female penguin will sometimes exchange a sexual favour for new pebbles to build their nests with.