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Sex With Emily

Want Better Orgasms? Fix Your Gut First

Feb 7, 2025
Kiran Krishnan, a microbiologist and gut health expert, dives into how your gut affects your sex life. He explains the surprising gut-sex connection, shedding light on how digestion impacts libido and orgasms. Stress and diet are revealed as major players in diminishing sexual pleasure. Kiran also discusses 'leaky gut' and its hormonal implications. He shares simple, science-backed habits to boost energy and balance hormones, proving that better sex might just start with your gut health.
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Quick takeaways

  • Gut health directly influences sexual health, impacting libido and orgasms through hormonal balance and gut microbiome function.
  • Adopting simple habits like a fiber-rich diet and stress management can significantly enhance both gut health and sexual wellness.

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The Importance of Fiber for Health

Fiber is a crucial component of a healthy diet, with significant implications for overall health and longevity. Research indicates that adding just 10 grams of fiber to one's daily intake can lower all-cause mortality rates by 10%. For those aiming to drastically reduce their risk of death, consuming around 50 grams of fiber per day may lead to a 50% reduction in mortality risk. Fiber plays a vital role in feeding gut microbes, which aids in producing beneficial compounds that improve gut health and reduce inflammation.

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