7 sex tips for people with breathing problems

People with breathing problems can surely enjoy sex if they take the necessary measures. The British Lung Foundation (BLF) has come up with tips for those having breathing problems to help them boost their sex lives.Dr Noemi Eiser, the BLF’s medical director, said people suffering from lung conditions did not have to ‘compromise on intimacy. It is important that you talk to your partner about any worries and are open-minded and understanding. Creating a comfortable and trusting environment will prevent stress and shortness of breath,’ The Telegraph quoted her as saying.

The leaflet Sex and Breathlessness recommended the following sex tips for people with breathing problems.

1.Have sex when you feel rested: Have sex when you feel rested and your breathing is at its best. Adequate rest will also take care of any stress you might be having because of your day to day life and that is always good for your sex life.

2.Forcefully cough before sex: If at all you are going to cough, it is better to do it beforehand. Cough up some phlegm before indulging in sex and it’ll make your chest feel much lighter during the activity.

3.Don’t have sex in the morning: Try and avoid having sex in the morning as that is the time you will be very like to produce more phlegm. If at all you feel extremely aroused in the morning, indulge in masturbation or foreplay to release tension.

4.Don’t have sex after a heavy meal or too much alcohol: Having sex right after a heavy meal or too much alcohol is a bad idea for anyone with breathing problems. Your stomach might feel bloated and your breathing will be weaker than normal. You don’t have to have sex all day, so making a fixed time for sex when you are completely relaxed should be a good idea.

5.Take breaks during intercourse: In case you feel that you’re extremely short of breath during intercourse, just pause and take a few deep breaths to regain composure. You can resume having sex once you feel comfortable again.

6.Try positions that exert little pressure on the chest: The typical missionary position may exert too much pressure on the chest. You could instead try positions like spooning.

7.Try home remedies: Besides taking these measures, it’ll also be a good idea to address your problems. You could try home remedies like mint leaves or pudina to reduce cough and asthma. Besides these, avoiding triggers for asthmatic attacks and eating foods that build your immunity will also help.

To prevent death risk eat nuts

Consuming nuts at least seven times a week can reduce risk of death from any cause by 20 per cent, says a new study.

The study, published in the New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM), also establishes a significant association between the consumption of nuts and a lower incidence of death due to heart diseases, cancer and respiratory diseases.

The study said nutrients in nuts, such as unsaturated fatty acids, protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants may confer heart-protective, anti-carcinogenic and anti-inflammatory properties.

"This study adds to the current strong body of evidence which demonstrates that eating nuts daily, including almonds, confers health benefits and supports long-term health. Nuts deliver many good attributes in a small, satisfying package," said Karen Lapsley, chief scientific officer for the Almond Board of California.

"Part of the reason people consuming more nuts such as almonds tend to be leaner is because may be that these nuts provide satiety.

"Satiating snacks with protein and fiber can help curb hunger pangs between meals, which in turn may helps in reducing the urge to snack on less nutritious options," said Ishi Khosla, clinical nutritionist and director, Centre for Dietary Counselling.

Cardiovascular diseases are estimated to cause nearly three million deaths per annum in India, accounting for 25 per cent of all mortality.

source:times of india