Masturbation and Prostate Health - The Pros and Cons of Frequent Wanking

Five times per week, each and every week. That's how often men have been told to masturbate if they'd like to keep their junk as healthy as possible. However, some researchers suggest that multiple wanking sessions performed on a regular basis could actually be detrimental to penis health in some men, particularly if they perform the act in such a way that urgent penis care is required in order to heal the damage left behind.

Playing with the Prostate
Much of the pro-pleasure debate has centered on the walnut-sized prostate gland that is buried deep inside a man's body. This little gland can harbor all sorts of toxins and rogue cells, so flushing out the system with a healthy dose of pleasure was once seen as a must for men of all ages.

Now, the research has become a bit muddied, with some studies suggesting that men who get self-frisky at a young age might actually harm the prostate with increased masturbation frequency. More research must be done before the connection becomes clear, and it's likely that someone with a lab coat is currently planning those studies right now, but the preliminary results should give young men pause if they engage in daily play.

Masturbation in the young may expose the prostate to added hormones, and this could increase the risk of certain types of cancer. Older men, on the other hand, do seem to benefit from letting fly on a regular basis. They may have more toxin exposure, a reduced capacity to flush bad cells naturally, or some other mechanism that ups their cancer risk. Masturbation among men in this age group might actually be good for health, experts say, but the exact amount of time an older man should spend wanking isn't quite clear.

The known risks of non-wanking
For men who never engage in any sort of self-pleasure, the penis can undergo a number of negative changes. For instance, it may become:

1. Shorter, since the tissues are never stretched by an erection
2. Softer, since the muscles that support the organ don't get a workout
3. Hard to control, as it may react enthusiastically in response to almost anything at all
4. Prone to night emissions, as the body simply must find a way to flush out the system from time to time

The penis is just designed for use, and neglecting that work can lead to some very serious penis health issues. That said, overworking the organ with a daily playtime session can also lead to abraded skin, sore muscles and a lack of feeling down below. Self-play, when done in a fast-and-furious manner, can really put the penis through its paces, and subtle damage can take hold in no time at all.

Moderation and Proper Care
 
When it comes to spanking the monkey, moderation is key. The intimates should be used, but they shouldn't be subjected to daily workout sessions year in and year out. Tissues sometimes need time to heal and knit back together, and fluids need to build back up to their proper levels. Whanging away mercilessly can leave a body ill-prepared for that kind of healing work.

Similarly, masturbation without proper aftercare can leave tissues sore and stinging, even when a man gets busy only once in awhile. The friction and pulling of the activity, combined with the furtive nature of the act, tends to put pressure on the skin and leave microscopic tears behind. A penis health creme (health professionals recommend Man1 Man Oil) can soothe those sores, and the vitamins and minerals in these products can nourish skin, so it'll be better prepared to handle the next hand-delivered assault. Adding this product to a moderate masturbation routine could result in enhanced health, and an increased ability to feel all the pleasures a little touch can bring.

Caring Now For Prostate Pays Off In Long Run

The prostate is a walnut-sized gland that surrounds the urethra at the base of a man's bladder. It is responsible for creating seminal fluid to carry sperm during ejaculation, and plays an important role in urinary health as well as fertility. Most men live in blissful ignorance of their prostate gland. Lack of penis-specific vitamins, poor immune function, hormone imbalances and lifestyle choices all effect the health of the prostate, and eventually, the health of a man's sex life. If something goes wrong with the prostate gland, often sexual function and impotence are soon to follow. Knowing this now may help some men to prevent problems in the future.

Prostate Disease

There are a variety of diseases that can effect the prostate and increasing the risk of erectile dysfunction. In many cases, it is the medical treatment for the disease that interferes with a man's sex life, and not the disease itself. Benign prostate growth (BPH), prostatitis and prostate cancer are all very common in men in the later stages of a man's life, with prostate cancer currently second only to lung cancer as the leading cause of cancer deaths in North America. 30,000 men die from prostate cancer each year in the U.S., and those who survive are often badly affected by the medical treatment of prostate cancer. Radiotherapy, chemotherapy and prostate surgery may all cause erectile dysfunction and impotence in men. Supporting circulation, improve antioxidant-status, and using neuroprotective agents such as alpha-lipoic acid and L-carnitine are all important in protecting penis health during these treatments.

Sexual Activity

Scientists have been debating about the effects of frequent sexual activity on the health of the prostate for decades. While popular opinion is that frequent ejaculation is beneficial for the prostate, there is still some evidence to the contrary. University of Nottingham Medical School in the U.K. published a study in BJU International in 2009 that showed frequent sexual activity in young men led to an increased risk of prostate cancer. In men over the age of 50 frequent sexual activity had the opposite effect by decreasing the risk of prostate cancer. Some studies have supported these findings, while others have contradicted them entirely. Most doctors and researchers agree on one thing though -- sexual transmitted infections (STI's) of the penis do contribute to prostate medical issues.

Preventing prostate and penis health issues

Vitamin C and E are both known to offset impotence by balancing nitric oxide levels in the smooth muscles of the penis, and they also offer antioxidant protection to the nerves and blood vessels. Zinc is found in high quantities in the seminal fluid, offering immune protection from infections. Vitamin A is another nutrient that has shown to benefit the immune system and reduce the risk of cancers. Essential fatty acids, such as those found in pumpkin seeds, linseeds and fish, are useful for promoting microcirculation to the penis and reduce the symptoms of prostate growths. L-Carnitine, L-arginine and alpha-lipoic acid have also shown in some studies to be effective in reducing impotence and promoting strong erectile function.

Penis Health Crèmes

Penis health crèmes are scientifically formulated products designed to support the tissues and the health of the penis. Using proven ingredients, health crèmes are applied topical to the penis so that the active ingredients are absorbed directly into the local tissues and into the blood stream. Specialist formulations (most professionals recommend Man1Man Oil) contain vitamin C, E, A, alpha lipoic acid, L-carnitine and L-arginine to give complete protection and support for microcirculation, nerve sensitivity, and skin cell integrity. Penis health crèmes may also offer benefit to the health of the prostate gland, as the antioxidants and natural oils may prevent cancerous cell changes, and have a beneficial effect on male hormone balance.

Frequent Ejaculation Linked To Reduced Risk Of Prostate Disease

In the past, adolescent boys and grown men were warned that masturbation is dangerous, unnatural and unhealthy. Whether these dire warnings came from religious authority figures, or medical personnel, there was a pervasive belief that masturbation was somehow dangerous or wrong. Sane and sober people actually claimed—and evidently believed—that masturbation could lead to frightening consequences ranging from hair growth on the palms of the hands, to blindness. The only proven side effect from frequent masturbation is loss of penis sensitivity and men certainly weren’t advised to take steps to preserve or enhance penis sensitivity through the use of a men’s health formula containing penis-specific vitamins and minerals.

How wrong the "experts" were. While no one seriously believes any longer that masturbation can cause blindness, some myths regarding male self-pleasuring still linger. There is a persistent belief, for instance, that frequent masturbation may cause baldness. The explanation given is that frequent masturbation promotes the conversion of testosterone to hair-loss-promoting dihydroxytestosterone (DHT). This is false. There is no credible scientific evidence that masturbation can promote baldness. There is, however, evidence that frequent ejaculation may have significant benefits, beyond the obvious ones. Another recent myth claims that frequent ejaculation and high levels of sexual activity are linked to an increased risk of prostate cancer. Wrong again.

Masturbation is healthy

Turns out masturbation—or any activity that leads to ejaculation, for that matter—is not only natural, but healthy. In fact, a study published in the prestigious Journal of the American Medical Association reported in 2004 that men who experienced 21 or more ejaculations per month enjoyed a 33-percent lower risk of being diagnosed with prostate cancer later in life. It didn’t matter how ejaculation happened. Ejaculations due to masturbation, sexual intercourse and nocturnal emissions all counted.

After skin cancer, prostate cancer is the most common form of cancer in American men. One in six men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime, and the relative risk of being diagnosed with prostate cancer rises with age. Clearly, anything that reduces a man’s risk of developing prostate cancer is desirable, especially when it involves an activity as enjoyable as achieving orgasm and/or having an ejaculation.

The research followed nearly 30,000 mostly white men ranging in age from 46 to 81. Investigators accounted for possible confounding factors, such as diet and exercise, because these factors are known to have an impact on risk. After accounting for these factors, the link between frequency of ejaculation and a reduced risk of prostate cancer remained.

Use it or lose it

The scientists speculated that ejaculation may be protective for a number of reasons. Frequent ejaculation may serve to "flush out" any cancer-promoting substances present in the prostate. It may also reduce the risk of prostate cancer through the promotion of stress-reduction. Psychological stress, probably mediated by hormones such as cortisol, has been linked to an increased risk of cancer in some cases. Ejaculation promotes relaxation. Frequent ejaculation may also discourage the growth of compounds that can block ducts in the prostate.

If masturbation is healthy, then it follows that it only makes sense to practice healthy masturbation. But dry-rubbing is not recommended. Frequent use of a penis health formula (experts recommend Man1 Man Oil) featuring all-natural moisturizers, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, can preserve the supple, delicate skin of the penis and help maintain penile sensitivity. Dry-rubbing of the penis can result in thickening of the delicate tissues of the penis (a process similar to developing a callus) and this can lead to decreased penis sensitivity.