Tech entrepreneur Bryan Johnson recently shared on social media that intimacy with his partner, Kate, significantly improved his health metrics, including a surge in prolactin and oxytocin levels after sex. He reported a 23% increase in vagal tone and a 100% sleep score following intimacy, suggesting that sex can enhance overall well-being. However, this perspective has drawn criticism from health experts like Dr. Sudhir Kumar, a neurologist at Apollo Hospitals in Hyderabad, who argues that reducing sexual intimacy to data points is misguided. Dr. Kumar emphasizes that while hormonal changes post-orgasm can promote relaxation and better sleep, intimacy should not be quantified. He highlights the importance of emotional bonding and mutual pleasure in sexual relationships, warning that not all sexual experiences yield the same health benefits. Additionally, he notes a concerning trend of declining sexual activity due to modern lifestyle factors such as increased screen time and stress. Ultimately, Dr. Kumar asserts that sex should be appreciated as a human experience rather than a performance metric.