Stress Relief: Like the comfort a treat provides, physical intimacy releases endorphins, known as “feel-good” hormones, which help reduce stress. Enhanced Mood: Just as sweets can elevate a gloomy day, the act of self-care through intimacy or using sex toys can release oxytocin, promoting a...
storage in the liver, in the form of glycogen. The adrenals do the opposite; when blood sugar is too low, they send a hormone called cortisol to the liver to get some of the stored glucose out of storage. The body is then ready for action: fight or flight. A great system, evolved...