Scientists have worrying warning for men who have sex less than once a week

Having sex less than once a week could have a very different outcome for men, according to scientists who have issued a warning.

Let's get one thing straight - there's no right or wrong when it comes to the frequency of having sex with your partner.

Some weeks, you may be up for it more than others, and we know that sex drive varies massively throughout different stages of life.

However, scientists have warned about the adverse effects decreased sexual activity can have on males.

Men who have sex less than once a week could face health repercussions (Getty Stock Image)

According to a 2015 study, couples who are having sex more than once a week do not appear to be gaining any greater well-being outcomes as a result.

But there seems to be a significant difference in well-being between people who have sex once per week compared to those who don't.

A 2019 study reports that adverse health outcomes can be attributed to a lack of weekly sexual activity for both genders, but causes more specific problems for men.

The research suggests that there is a relationship between decreased sexual activity and erectile disfunction (ED), as well as cancer in older men.

And while the reasons why aren't exactly crystal clear, another study suggests that men who ejaculated less than seven times a month were more likely to develop prostate cancer.

This is compared to their counterparts who did it at least 21 times a month.

It could be linked to erectile dysfunction and prostate cancer. (Getty Stock Images)

When it comes to erectile dysfunction, having sex less than once a week apparently doubles the chances of suffering from ED, as opposed to those who have it at least once weekly.

Authors of a 2024 study into the 'relationship between sexual frequency and all-cause mortality', led by Srikanta Banerjee, said: "Consistent with our findings, sexual activity is important for overall cardiovascular health possibly due to reduction of heart rate variability and blood flow increase.

"Public health interventions should be designed taking into consideration sexual health."

They added: "We found that low sexual frequency can lead to three times increased overall mortality, even after controlling for health and demographic factors."

Another effect it can have on both men and women is keeping blood pressure at a healthy level.

Sex seems to add a bit of aerobic and muscle-building exercise, as well as possibly easing anxiety, it can help people to feel better.

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