Lavanya Krishnan Lavanya Krishnan Asked 9 months ago

Does masturbation cause weight loss scientific evidence?

I'm focusing on my fitness journey and hearing about many different factors influencing weight. Does masturbation cause weight loss, and if so, is there any actual scientific evidence behind this? Trying to understand what's real.

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Ayush Saxena Ayush Saxena Joined Mar 2026 8 months ago
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Bro, there's absolutely no scientific evidence supporting this. I used to think the same when I was younger, but it's a myth. Real weight loss only happens when you burn more calories than you eat.

Shreya Hegde Shreya Hegde Joined Jan 2026 9 months ago

There is no clinical or scientific proof that masturbation causes weight loss. Dealing with PCOS weight issues has taught me that only medical guidance, metabolic health, and lifestyle changes truly impact weight. Always speak to a doctor for proper guidance.

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Deepika Joshi Deepika Joshi Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

I completely understand why you are looking for answers; health anxiety can make us overthink every little thing. But scientifically, there is no link between the two. Try to relax, you are perfectly fine, and don't let Google scare you.

Manmohan Singh Manmohan Singh Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Scientifically, there is no connection. As a diabetic, I have learned that sudden weight loss can actually be a sign of high blood sugar or thyroid issues. Please get your routine blood tests done instead of linking it to this.

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Rohan Mehra Rohan Mehra Joined May 2026 6 months ago

Let's be very clear: medical science has proven that the energy spent during masturbation is equivalent to walking up a flight of stairs. It will not cause any significant weight loss. For actual fat loss, focus on your gym sessions and diet.

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