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HEALTH
10 Health Benefits of
Masturbation for Men!
From boosting your mood to clearing your prostate, here’s 10 rea-
sons jerking it is good for your health
When the topic of masturbation comes up among men, it’s usually about as popular as a por-
cupine in a balloon factory. That’s because guys generally don’t talk about such things with one
another.
But maybe we should?
According to the wellness company TENGA, 88% of Americans do it. Sadly, a large percentage
of those surveyed lie about it. To erase the stigma from self-pleasure, the company launched an
online empowerment campaign to celebrate and encourage masturbation.
It was called #DoItInMay, and it was a 30-day movement to open the conversation on sexual
wellness. If you want to still join in on the action, you can sign up on their website.
Given our commitment to all things health here, we thought it might be helpful to list out 10
benefits of masturbation that might surprise you.
1. Improves sleep
When men release, it releases a host of chemicals including oxytocin, vasopressin, and prolac-
tin. All of which naturally help you hit the pillow, reports Science Line.
2. Increases mood
Stroking it stimulates the release of happiness endorphins from the hippocampus, which in turn
floods the body and boost your mood—just like sex.
3. Builds stamina
Worried about going the distance? Then maybe you should consider spanking your monkey an
hour before the actual deed.
That’s because it may help build stamina while offering more control, which in turn, decreased
the risk of premature ejaculation.
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