Intimacy and Weed Use – How THC Affects Male Organ Health
Recent
legislation in several US states has led to the decriminalization of weed use;
and current health news has also featured weed as a viable treatment for
numerous health conditions. As weed use becomes more accepted, both from a
legal as well as a social perspective, it is worth reviewing the cautions about
its effects on the body. Since weed is especially popular with younger people,
who are likely to be engaging in intimate contact, as well, the following
article focuses on how it affects men’s reproductive health, both in the moment
and in the long term. In addition, some tips on maintaining male organ health from a preventive standpoint are
offered.
Numerous
scientific studies have investigated the effects of THC - the active ingredient
in weed. While some of the results have been contradictory, the following
conclusions have been widely accepted in the scientific community.
1.
Reproductive function – The ‘high’ feeling
that people get when they smoke weed is the result of the interaction of THC
with THC receptors in the brain. Research has shown that the smooth muscle
tissue of the male organ – which is directly involved in reproductive function
– also contains THC receptors; stimulating these receptors can severely limit a
man’s ability to achieve and maintain tumescence.
2.
Early or delayed emission – An
Australian study of over 8,000 men and women who used weed showed that men who
smoke the substance regularly are four times more likely than men who do not
smoke to have difficulty achieving release; and they were three times more
likely to experience early emission.
3.
Long-term health issues – Weed
use affects many aspects of an individual’s health, and these effects have been
shown to continue long after use of the substance has stopped. Some of these
may include increased risk of heart attack, chronic respiratory issues and
repercussions for mental health. Furthermore, THC remains in the reproductive system
far longer than other parts of the body, and they can cause problems with
fertility, fetal health issues, and even cancer.
4.
Shrinkage – The
issue of male shrinkage related to weed use is debatable. When it comes to
tobacco use, it has been found that smoking
decreases the elasticity of the connective tissue and can, over time, lead to
loss of as much of a centimeter in the length of the male organ. In terms
of weed use, some researchers have reported a similar effect, but the general
consensus seems to be that no positive link has yet been found.
Daily
care for a healthy male organ
Only
stopping weed use can limit the effects that it may have on reproductive
health. However, every man can benefit from proper male organ health care when
it is carried out on a routine basis.
The
first and most important point here is protection: men who are active should
always – no excuses – use barrier protection for any intimate contact; and this
is especially critical for men who may have more than one partner. The second
aspect of good male organ care that all men can incorporate into their daily
lives is hydration – adequate water intake is vital for cellular health and
function. Third, good nutrition is essential, as the right nutrients are needed
to supply cells with the materials they need to function properly. For men who
are concerned that their diets are not sufficient, adding a vitamin-rich male
organ health creme (health
professionals recommend Man 1 Man Oil) to
their daily personal care routine may help to reduce any nutritional gaps.
Keeping the male tissue well-moisturized can also help to prevent dehydration
and leave the male organ skin smooth and responsive.
For additional information
on most common male organ health issues, tips on improving male organ
sensitivity, and what to do to maintain a healthy male organ, visit: http://www.man1health.com.
John Dugan is a professional writer who specializes in men's health issues and
is an ongoing contributing writer to numerous online web sites.