Masturbation: Is It Okay To?

Men (and women, too—make no mistake) often continue to masturbate even when they are in a serious relationship. Both are often annoyed by this, as many see it almost as a form of cheating. But there are many reasons for masturbation, but the most common one seems, at first glance, to be the least likely: men just like to masturbate.

Masturbating within normal limits (3-5 times a week) helps cleanse the seminal ducts and can prevent prostate cancer. By the way, this also happens during sex. Regular masturbation (or sex) can reduce a man’s chance of developing prostate cancer by as much as a third. Masturbation also strengthens the muscles associated with erections and the penis or vagina in general. Like any other muscle, these need to be exercised. By masturbating regularly, women may find it easier to have orgasms, and men can learn to better control when they ejaculate.