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Study finds orgasms clear stuffy noses as effectively as decongestant sprays
New York Post • • world
Key Points:
- A German study found that orgasm can relieve nasal congestion as effectively as over-the-counter decongestant sprays, providing significant sinus airflow improvement for up to an hour.
- The trial involved 18 couples who measured nasal airflow before and after sex, showing airflow increases comparable to the nasal spray xylometazoline, though the spray's effects lasted longer.
- Relief from orgasm-induced nasal clearing was more pronounced in participants with moderate to severe congestion, while those with mild symptoms saw little change.
- Researchers suggest that the combination of physical exertion and excitement during sex helps open nasal passages, but note limitations such as self-reported data and small sample size.
- Future research is proposed to explore whether masturbation or intercourse without orgasm offers similar benefits, potentially providing a natural alternative to decongestants.
