If you've started your health journey with Hello Inside, you're probably more than familiar with the importance of monitoring your blood sugar levels, but did you know that your blood sugar can also affect your sex life? In this blog post, we'll explore the relationship between blood sugar and sex and explain how you can manage your blood sugar to ensure a healthy and fulfilling sex life.
Benefits of Sex on Your Blood Sugar
First of all, let's talk about the benefits of sex on your blood sugar. There are a few reasons why having an active sex life can be beneficial for managing your glucose levels:
Exercise
Sex is a form of physical activity, and physical activity is one of the most effective ways to regulate blood sugar levels. Engaging in sexual activity gets your heart rate up and burns calories, which can help to lower and maintain healthy blood sugar levels.
Stress Reduction
Stress produces hormones like cortisol, which can raise blood sugar levels. Engaging in sexual activity can reduce stress levels helping to keep your blood sugar in check.
In a nutshell - regular sex can be a great way to help regulate blood sugar levels and improve your overall health and wellbeing.
Arousal Can Raise Blood Sugar
On the other hand, excitement can also raise blood sugar levels, which can be problematic if you don't carefully manage your health.
When you engage in sexual activity, your body releases adrenaline and other hormones that cause your liver to produce glucose. This can cause blood sugar levels to spike, particularly if you're not regularly monitoring or keeping your blood sugar in check.
To manage your blood sugar levels during moments of excitement, it's crucial to continue managing your glucose as usual. Keep on top of your daily routine and monitor your blood sugar levels regularly. If you’re already optimizing your nutrition and have habits that work for you, just keep on doing what you’re doing!
Can Your Blood Sugar Affect Your Sex Life?
The impact of high and low blood sugar levels on sexual function is a little more complicated.
High blood sugar levels can cause sexual dysfunction by damaging nerves and blood vessels that are essential for sexual function. Symptoms of high blood sugar and its corresponding effects on sexual function can include reduced libido and decreased sensitivity or pleasure.
On the other hand, low blood sugar levels can also produce symptoms that may interfere with sexual function, such as fatigue, dizziness, and shakiness.
In Conclusion
Managing your blood sugar level is essential for overall health and wellbeing, and the same applies to sexual satisfaction and function. Remember the importance of keeping your daily routine and habits like physical activity, stress reduction and monitoring blood sugar levels during moments of excitement.
And if you’re in the mood and feel up for it, remember that sex is a for of exercise and exercise is a great way to regulate blood sugar. With all these in mind, you’ll be on the path to maintaining your overall healthy and fulfilling sex life!
