Sex is Good for You After 60 - Shock!

The publication of a leaflet by a section of the UK National Health Service has caused controversy in the national press. There is much clucking of tongues over the cost, and the fact it is aimed at people over 60 years old who presumably have some idea of the subject themselves already, given that most have children and grandchildren of their own.

More interesting to me is what the pamphlet, called Ageing Well In Medway, actually says:

"There are many reasons why sex is good for you. In women it can increase blood oestrogen levels, helping to protect against coronary heart disease and osteoporosis, and helps keep the pelvic muscles toned reducing the risk of incontinence.

"In men sex releases hormones which help strengthen bones and muscles, protect against heart disease and may relieve congestion in the prostrate gland.

"For both sexes it is a great stress reliever, induces sleep and is fun."

This may indeed be good news to many people, not just those over 60.