You may have heard of the movement promoted by young people that has taken over the internet in recent years: NoFap.
This movement encourages abstinence from masturbation and pornography consumption, with the aim of improving quality of life, self-control and self-confidence.
But behind this mobilization, there is a scientific explanation to explain how the practice of NoFap (abstinence from masturbation and pornography) can actually help the individual feel better.
Scientific study
A study published in 2003 by Jiang et al., investigated how sexual abstinence influences testosterone levels in men.
The research involved the participation of 28 volunteers during two phases of abstinence.
Between the 2nd and 5th day of abstinence, there were no significant changes in testosterone levels. However, on the 7th day, a peak of 145.7% of the basal value occurred (P < 0.01). After this period, the testosterone level returned to normal.
Other studies show a drop in the level of natural testosterone production in individuals who go through long periods of abstinence.
Therefore, it is possible to conclude that to make the most of the results of increased testosterone obtained through sexual abstinence, it is necessary to ejaculate periodically every 8 days.
In this way, the individual who performs hypertrophy training can take advantage of two days of high testosterone during this period, enhancing muscle mass gain and even fat burning.
In addition to improving physical performance, high testosterone can have several benefits:
- Libido : Testosterone increases libido and feelings of well-being.
- Mood : Testosterone can influence mood and energy.
- Hair growth : Testosterone stimulates hair growth on the face, underarms, genitals, arms, legs and chest.
- Sexual development : Testosterone is essential for the development of male reproductive organs, such as the testicles and prostate.
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