The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast 448. 10 AMAZING Facts You Probably Didn't Know About Orgasms: No More "I Have A Headache" Excuses
Mar 3, 2026
A lively dive into ten surprising health perks of orgasms. They cover pain relief for headaches and menstrual cramps, plus stress and anxiety reduction. Learn about better sleep, immune and heart benefits, pelvic floor strength, prostate correlations, and even calories burned. Fun product tips and listener stories round out the conversation.
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
Try Orgasm For Headache And Migraine Relief
- Try sexual activity with orgasm as a nonpharmacologic option for some headaches and migraines.
- The Society for Sexual Medicine found ~60% of migraine sufferers report partial or complete relief, likely via endorphin pain relief.
Orgasm Helps You Fall Asleep Faster
- Orgasm promotes sleep by releasing prolactin and oxytocin, which signal reproductive activity is complete and lower psychological arousal.
- Neuroscience links these hormonal shifts to faster sleep onset and post-sex relaxation.
Amy's Personal Relief From Menstrual Cramps
- Amy reports that orgasms reduced her menstrual cramp pain and improved symptoms during her 20s and 30s.
- She cites Cleveland Clinic notes that uterine contractions and endorphins can temporarily reduce cramp severity.