To those with penises out there (I mean, men), this shocking health news is exclusively for you.
A recent study conducted by a group of Australian researchers stresses that men could reduce their risk of developing prostate cancer through regular masturbation.
According to them, by ejaculating semen regularly, the building up of carcinogens (cancer-causing chemicals) within the prostate gland may be prevented. Thus, reduces the risk of obtaining prostate cancer.
Nevertheless, they added that sexual intercourse may not have the equal protective effect because of the possibility of contracting a sexually transmitted infection (STI), which could increase men's cancer risk.
During the conduct of the study, the researchers asked over 1,000 men who had prostate cancer and 1,250 who had not about their sexual habits. After critical analyzing, they found out that those who had ejaculated the most between 20 to 50 years old were the least likely to develop the cancer. The protective effect was greatest while the men were in their 20s. Men who ejaculated more than five times a week were a third less likely to develop prostate cancer later in life.
An earlier research has proposed that a high number of sexual partners or a high level of sexual activity increased a man’s risk of developing prostate cancer by 40%. Yet, the Australian researchers who carried out this study suggest the early work missed the protective effect of ejaculation for it is highly focused on sexual intercourse, with its associated risk of STIs.
"Had we been able to remove ejaculations associated with sexual intercourse, there should have been an even stronger protective effect of ejaculations." Graham Giles, leader of the Australian research team from the Cancer Council Victoria in
The researchers suggest that ejaculating may prevent carcinogens from accumulating within the prostate gland in such a manner that it makes the gland become busy performing its function as the one secreting fluids for the activation of sperms. The fluid has great concentrations of potassium, zinc, fructose and citric acid, which are drawn from the bloodstream. However, animal studies have shown carcinogens such as 3-methylchloranthrene, found in cigarette smoke, are also concentrated in the prostate.
“Fewer ejaculations may mean the carcinogens build up.” Giles stated. "It's a prostatic stagnation hypothesis. The more you flush the ducts out, the less there is to hang around and damage the cells that line them."
New Scientist reports that a similar connection has been found between breast cancer and breastfeeding. According to them, lactating appeared to "flush out" carcinogens, lessening a woman's risk of the disease.
Another theory presented by the researchers is that ejaculation may induce prostate glands to mature fully, making them less susceptible to carcinogens.
"This is a plausible theory." Dr Chris Hiley, head of policy and research at the
Anthony Smith, deputy director of the Australian Research Centre in Sex, Health and Society at La Trobe University in
"Masturbation is part of people's sexual repertoire.” he said. "If these findings hold up, then it's perfectly reasonable that men should be encouraged to masturbate."
Source:
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/health/3072021.stm
5 comments:
Nice Post. Some really new health information here. I thought masturbation would be a health problem, but I learnt only here that they help men to reduce the risk of cancer.
Thanks for sharing new information here.
Aside that masturbation can prevent cancer, the number of ejaculation could also be an indicator that carcinogens are building up. The rationale behind the theory is very reasonable. I hope they will continue to further their studies regarding health sciences.
Dana
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Sex plays an important role in our lives. It keeps us healthy and happy. Whether you have a long-term partner or you’re enjoying casual sexual activity, it will be a source of self-confidence and happiness.
If you can’t have sex, however, chances are that your mood will be quite different. Men suffering from erectile dysfunction (ED) will quite often experience anxiety and even depression due to their inability to perform.
I love that idea. Great post!
Thanx for sharing that. It was fun reading it. :-)
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