Dr Tara Suwinyattichaiporn, a sex and relationships expert, has revealed that masturbation is the key to improving your sex life. She recommends making it a daily habit, ideally in the morning, to boost mood, confidence, and mental clarity.
Dr Tara, who founded the coaching platform Luvbites and appears on E4's Celebs Go Dating, says that orgasms provide the best return on investment for health. 'Pleasure is medicine,' she explains, noting benefits for heart health, immune system, and mental health.
She emphasises the importance of variety in masturbation to avoid 'idiosyncratic masturbation', where the brain becomes attached to only one sensation. Using different sex toys and techniques can prevent this and keep sex lives fresh.
Dr Tara also highlights three pillars of sexual wellness: relational, social, and personal. She advises couples to focus on sexual communication rather than comparing frequency with others, and to address societal attitudes that may hinder sexual exploration.
