For some, today is the first day of November, for others it’s the start of the No Nut November challenge. If you don’t understand what hazelnuts have to do with it, that’s okay, we’ll explain everything now.
The challenge originated as a comic version of the popular No Shave November in the 2000s. Its participants refused to shave for a month. The money they would normally spend on razors or creams was donated to charities that support prostate and testicular cancer research. By the way, for the latter there is a special euphemism for English – loaf (“loaf”).
The first mention of No Nut November appeared on Twitter in 2010. The next time it gained wide acceptance – in November the challenge of avoiding masturbation went to the masses, and more and more men began to agree with it. The rules are as simple as possible – you can not have sex and masturbate for a month. After this period, most of the participants say that they are more energetic and cheerful, and that deprivation has a positive effect on their health. Really?
Alina Stepanova, DocMed gynecologist
Is sexual abstinence good for the body?
Proponents of the November Challenge highlight the various benefits of abstinence – mental clarity, energy, increased self-confidence, increased testosterone levels, and increased physical performance in the gym. However, these statements have no scientific basis.
In fact, the feeling of the “effect” of the challenge is directly linked to the sexual nature. One person may want physical intimacy 1-2 times a day, while another 1-2 times a week will suffice. Both are completely normal. In a person of strong or moderately strong sexual nature, actual, prolonged abstinence can affect their emotional and psychological history. But in general, within a month of difficulty, a person is unlikely to feel this or that physical consequences.
Can sexual abstinence have side effects?
In men, irregular sexual activity often leads to impaired sperm motility, increased risk of prostate cancer and even heart disease. Recent research shows that men who have sex at least twice a week can cut their risk of heart disease in half.
After a long break from sexual life in women, the risk of microflora disorders increases due to “meeting” with the new flora of the partner. And those who suffer from chronic cystitis may be at risk of recurrence. There is also a high risk of developing pelvic floor muscle weakness (especially those who have had a vaginal delivery), but this problem can be resolved with other methods (pelvic floor muscle training).
However, as we have said before, a month of abstinence is not the period when serious consequences for the body can occur.
Source: People Talk
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