When we think about longevity, immune health, or aging well, sex is rarely part of the conversation. But this episode challenges that blind spot, revealing why sexual connection and pleasure are fundamental to health, resilience, and how fully we experience life.
Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with sex and relationships expert Dr. Nicole McNichols to unpack why sexual pleasure is far more than a “nice-to-have”; it’s a foundational pillar of health, connection, and long-term fulfillment. Dr. McNichols explores how sexual satisfaction influences healthy aging, sleep quality, immune function, and relationship resilience, while dismantling some of the most common myths around desire, mystery, and attraction. This conversation reframes sex as a skill you can cultivate, not a spark you either have or lose, and offers practical insights for couples who want deeper connection, better communication, and intimacy that evolves.
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