Today I will talk about a topic that most men are very concerned about - is it really good for men to abstain from sex for a long time?
@GUARD: I've tried abstinence for up to 15 days and feel better in my mental state. Personally, it's best to stick to 5-7 days.
@小北: As long as it's not excessive, it's fine, why ban that.
@hhkye: I tried for a while, it was quite difficult at first, my heart was always itchy, and then I got used to it, but I always felt that it had an impact on my sensitivity.
What is the real answer, Xiao Jiu will take everyone to find out!
1. Men only have 6,000 times in their lifetime?
Dr. Zhuo Yangjia from the Department of Urology of Guangzhou First People's Hospital pointed out that the number of ejaculation in a man's life is more than 6,000 times, but the frequency should be appropriate.
What does it really mean to "ejaculate 6,000 times" in a man's lifetime?
If you ejaculate once a day, it will take about 16 years to accumulate to 6,000 times. If you choose to ejaculate twice a week, then this number is extended to about 57 years.
It sounds like a long run, but in reality, for most men, a frequency of twice a week and up to 6000 times in a lifetime is perfectly doable.
The capacity of the male reproductive system is very powerful. The male body can produce between 1 and 200 million sperm per day, and sperm actually only make up about 5% of the total semen in each ejaculation. The remaining 95% is seminal plasma secreted by the seminal vesicles, prostate and urethral glands.
The sperm maturation cycle is about three months, but once the sperm is ejaculated, new sperm will be replenished very quickly, and the process is continuous.
Therefore, it is entirely possible to have more than 6,000 ejaculations in a lifetime with good health and a healthy lifestyle, and don't worry about not being able to reach it.
2. Long-term abstinence, will sperm quality get better or worse?
When hearing "endure it, sperm quality will be better", many men may hesitate: real fake?
Actually, the truth is: long-term abstinence doesn't make sperm stronger. In fact, studies have found that sperm also needs "fresh blood". Abstinence for too long, sperm may become "lazy", motility decreases, and even the number decreases.
A study in Chinese Sexual Science pointed out that with the extension of abstinence, it may lead to an increase in the volume, concentration, total number, and percentage of sperm not moving, that is, long-term abstinence may be detrimental to the quality of sperm, especially in terms of DNA integrity.
The WHO recommends abstinence for 2~7 days, during which the quality is at its best.
In addition, long-term abstinence will have these disadvantages for the body:
Susceptibility to prostatitis: If the prostatic fluid is not emptied for a long time, it may lead to prostate congestion and edema, thereby increasing the probability of prostatitis.
Decreased sperm quality: Long-term non-ejaculation may lead to sperm retention in the body, affecting sperm metabolism, resulting in a decrease in sperm quantity and quality, and affecting fertility.
Sexual dysfunction: Sexual organs and sexual function require regular sex to maintain their normal function and health. Long-term abstinence may lead to male sexual dysfunction such as erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, etc.
Mental health problems: Long-term suppression of sexual desire can lead to mental health problems such as anxiety, depression, and frigidity. Sexual desire is a basic physiological need of human beings, and reasonable venting helps to maintain mental health.
Therefore, maintaining a moderate couple life can help sperm to maintain vitality and renewal, so that the "combat effectiveness" can be maintained in the best state.
3. Behaviors that really harm men's health, stop it
Renji Hospital affiliated to Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine officially shared some behaviors that harm men's health.
Sedentary lifestyle
Sitting for a long time can lead to poor blood circulation, untimely heat dissipation, and susceptibility to bacterial infections in the genitals, affecting sperm quality.
Obesity
Obesity leads to a decrease in the secretion of androgens and testosterone in the body, affecting the normal development of sperm.
Poor eating habits
Drinking strong tea, coffee, beer, milk tea, etc., eating legumes, barbecue, and fried foods may have a negative impact on sperm quality.
Smoking and drinking
The harmful substances in tobacco and alcohol can inhibit sperm production and motility.
Fourth, if you want to improve male ability, Chinese medicine gives exclusive secret recipes
In order to improve sperm quality, it is most important to adjust your lifestyle. The method of nourishing essence in ancient Chinese medicine is "one must have less desire, two must be thrifty, three must be angry, four must quit drinking, and five must be cautious." In other words, you need to do the following 4 things:
1. Eat a balanced diet
Maintain a balanced diet and eat foods rich in protein, vitamins and minerals, such as fresh fruits, vegetables, whole grains and lean meats. Reduce your intake of foods high in fat, sugar and salt and avoid excessive alcohol consumption.
2. Exercise moderately
Regular aerobic exercise and strength training, such as brisk walking, running, swimming, cycling, etc., can help improve heart and lung fitness, strengthen muscles and bones, while helping to reduce stress and improve sleep quality.
3. Learn moderation
Excessive masturbation can lead to long-term congestion of the reproductive system, which can easily cause diseases such as prostatitis. It is recommended to limit the frequency to 2-3 times a month.
4. Keep your mood comfortable
Learn to maintain a positive and optimistic attitude, and when you are in a bad mood, you can distract yourself by listening to music, reading books, etc.
Resources:
[1] "This thing is very destructive to men's sperm, but you do it every day!", Tencent Medical Codex.2024-03-25
[2] "How to tell if your boyfriend has high-quality sperm?", Clinic 11, 2023-01-27
[3] "Andrology Ancient and Modern丨Seven Tricks to Help You "Nourish Essence" and Accumulate Sharpness", Guangdong Provincial Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine.2022-05-02
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