Men who ejaculate more often have a lower risk of developing prostate cancer, a new study finds.
Researchers from Harvard University analyzed data from nearly 32,000 men and found that ejaculating at least 21 times a month cut the risk of developing the cancer by one-third.
The links between ejaculation and prostate cancer are not fully known.
However, some believe ejaculation could rid the prostate of carcinogens, lower inflammation and also lead to less stress and better sleep, all of which can reduce risk of the cancer.
Men who ejaculate at least 21 times a month are at a decreased risk of developing prostate cancer, a study finds
The American Cancer Society says prostate cancer is the most common cancer in US men aside from skin cancer.
An estimated one in eight men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during the course of his lifetime.
In 2021, it is estimated that more than 248,500 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer and more than 34,000 will die from the disease.
However, prostate cancer typically grows slowly and, if detected early while it's still confined to the prostate gland, there is a successful chance of treatment.
Researchers, who published their findings in European Urology, analyzed self-reported data on ejaculation from men who participated in the study.
The study was conducted from 1992 to 2010, with men
