5 Surprising benefits of being naked

When it comes to being naked, you either have people who are able to do it with ease or others who are super self-conscious. If you are one of the former then you may be missing out on many surprising benefits of being nude. Getting over your shyness about wandering in your birthday suit is worth it if you know the many good things that can come from it.

Now I'm not saying you have to walk outside buck naked, but it's good practice to at least remain nude at home. The reasons will blow your mind…

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Being naked is not only liberating physically and mentally, but it actually serves a lot of positive health benefits. Just don't forget to close the blinds unless you want to give your neighbors a show!

It prevents infections. If you tend to sweat, you're offering new breeding ground for bacteria and giving your body space to breathe prevents that from happening.

You'll be more comfortable in your skin. Getting used to seeing your naked body will make you feel less self conscious and get you to know your body better. This method will boost your confidence level and guess what? Your man will love that even more!

It improves fertility. Being clothed all day can be tight on the body, especially underwear. This can affect fertility especially in men if their underwear restricts blood flow to their genitals.

You'll have better skin. If you find yourself on a nude beach this summer, then dare to go bare. Dermatologists learned that those who exposed their skin during any season were more aware of taking care of it than those who didn't

It boosts brain activity. Studies have found that going barefoot is a good way to prevent Alzheimer's and boost brain activity because the soles of your feet increases brain flexibility and keeps you young.

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