In this episode, I am joined by Susan Bratton, "Intimacy Expert to Millions," to discuss the connection between our overall health and our sex life and intimacy. They discuss the surprising connection between intimacy and health, highlighting the benefits of sex on both physical and mental well-being. The guest shares experiences and insights from years of exploring and understanding the female body. Listeners can expect to learn new perspectives on libido, desire, arousal, and the positive impact of a thriving love life.   Show notes:  [00:02:26] Health benefits of sex. [00:04:23] Erectile tissue in women. [00:08:34] Slow arousal and midlife sexuality. [00:14:02] Vascular health and longevity. [00:18:08] Pleasure in multiple locations. [00:23:39] Toys that deeply penetrate tissue. [00:24:26] The benefits of having orgasms. [00:28:03] Soft tissue diseases post-covid. [00:32:09] Arousal ladders and desire. [00:35:10] Sex gets better with age. [00:39:10] Vaginal restoration and ageless sexuality. [00:42:29] Better Lover newsletter sign-up.   More about Susan Bratton: Susan Bratton "Intimacy Expert to Millions" is a champion and advocate for all those who desire passion their whole life long. She is a spokeswoman for GAINSWave and FemiWave and is co-founder and CEO of two corporations: Personal Life Media, Inc., a publisher of heart-connected lovemaking techniques and bedroom communication skills and The20, LLC., a manufacturer of organic and botanical supplements that enhance vitality.    Susan has been featured in the New York Times and on CNBC and the TODAY Show. She makes frequent appearances on ABC, CBS, The CW, Fox and NBC.   You can find The Susan Bratton Show® at BetterLover.com, her personal shares on Instagram @susanbratton, and her lust-for-life supplements, FLOW and DESIRE at The20store.com.   Resources from this Episode: Susan’s Facebook Susan’s Instagram Susan’s Twitter Susan’s YouTube Susan’s Website GainsWave FemiWave Better Lover Website   Follow Dr. Karen Litzy on Social Media: Karen’s Twitter Karen’s Instagram Karen’s LinkedIn   Subscribe to Healthy, Wealthy & Smart: YouTube Website Apple Podcast Spotify SoundCloud Stitcher iHeart Radio