One of my teachers in naturopathic school always said you must touch your patients because it's a part of the healing process. I believe this is so true. As a doctor we touch our patients a lot whether we're shaking their hand or giving them a supportive hug after they hear good or bad news about their health. We also touch them when we take their blood pressure or check their skin for a rash. Touch is a powerful medium for healing.
There was an article in the New York Times about the power of touch and how it can affect the hormone release and reduce stress. The article also mentioned positive touch is like a high five and encourages people to take on more responsibility at school or work. It is wonderful that supportive non-sexual touch can be used in different settings to create positive outcomes.
Loving, sexual touch also improves health outcomes for both women and men. A study by Daniel, Amen, MD in his book "The Brain in Love 12 Lessons to Enhance Your Love Life" examines health improvement that occurs from regular sexual contact with a partner. Amen acknowledges that the studies do not differentiate between sex in committed or uncommitted relationships but he has a personal bias that committed relationship are his preference for sexual relationships.
Women are 10 times more sensitive to touch than men. Regular sex with a partner has been shown to create healthier periods by creating more regular menstrual cycles, lighter periods and more futile menstrual cycles. More frequent sex can increase hormones like DHEA, estrogen and testosterone in women. Increases in these hormones could be part of the menstrual improvements for women. Regular sex also improves mood, reduces pain, improves memories, improves the immune system and reduces colds and flus. It is considered exercise so it helps women stay in shape and improves weight control. These are all significant markers for improved health outcomes.
Live Vibrantly,
Dr. Dae
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“Dr. Dae" (pronounced Dr. Day) Daemon Jones is a Naturopathic Physician who completed her training at the University of Bridgeport College of Naturopathic Medicine. She is certified as a General Practitioner by the North American Board of Naturopathic Examiners (NABNE). Dr. Dae provides tailored treatment to meet the unique needs of every individual she sees in her practice. She also provides specialized support for persons challenged by nutritional deficiencies, weight problems, hormonal and reproductive system disorders, attention deficit disorder and those experiencing chronic diseases. Dr. Dae is an adjunct faculty member for Smith Farm Center for Healing and the Arts. She is the author of Daelicious! Recipes for Vibrant Living. Dr. Dae is a featured chef with www.myfoodmyhealth.com. Dr. Dae is a regularly featured writer for the Elite GoogleNews Website empowher.com where she shares her personal and professional vision for living whole and living well. To learn more about Dr. Dae, her products and services, please visit her on the Web at www.Healthydaes.com.