AsapSCIENCE: "What If You Stopped Masturbating?"

The super-smart guys at AsapSCIENCE just posted their newest YouTube video exploring the question, “What if you stopped masturbating?”

The guys start with the statistic that over 50% of women and more than 70% of men masturbate on a monthly basis.

Waaaait - does that mean once a month???

According to the Asap guys, a 2003 study showed if you were to stop masturbating, within a week testosterone levels can rise up to 40%. So, that’s a good thing, right?

However, the same study showed those levels drop back down to normal on day 8. So, it’s not like you keep building up testosterone.

In any case, that study spurred the creation of the ‘no fap’ movement that encourages men to stop masturbating in order to achieve better sexual performance, higher sperm quality and feelings of better motivation, self-esteem and happiness.

But is any of that true?

Some experts say improving your diet and exercise could be big factors in increased testosterone levels whether you abstain or not.

In terms of performance, researchers for one study found those who didn’t masturbate for three weeks did not improve or change any tendency for pre-mature ejaculation when compared to those who didn’t abstain.

And it appears the more often you ejaculate, the stronger your little swimmers are.

In fact, wet dreams are your body’s way of cycling out old sperm even if you are a member of Team No-Fap.

One way that pleasuring yourself less often can help you is in regard to dopamine and serotonin release.

When you masturbate, your body releases those two chemicals which stimulates the reward pathway in the brain.

But the more often you fap, the more de-sensitized your brain can become to those chemicals, so less pleasure. Taking a break from masturbation allows your brain to stay sensitive to those neurotransmitters.

That said, no one is advocating for stopping completely. In addition to feeling good, the occasional fap improves sleep, your immune system, reduces stress and pain, and even prostate cancer risks.

Watch the quick video below and be smarter in only three minutes. For more about the subject of masturbation, you can also check out the boys’ earlier video on masturbation in general here.

Science: 7 Tips To Reduce Your Stress

The AsapSCIENCE guys are back with 7 scientifically proven methods to de-stress.

Lord knows we all could use some stress reduction techniques these days ;)

Hit play below and be smarter in 3 minutes.

Science: Why Are You Always Tired?

The guys at AsapSCIENCE explain why you might feel tired all the time, and some tips about how to fix that.

Be smarter in 3 minutes - hit the play button below.

Science: "Is Eating Pot Actually Better For You?"

The smart guys at AsapSCIENCE ponder the question, "Is eating pot actually better for you?"

Watch below to find out:

Science: What Happens When You Get Drunk + High At The Same Time?

With the holiday season in full swing, I figure some folks might imbibe on perhaps a bit too much "holiday cheer," so let's check in with the smart guys at AsapSCIENCE to learn what happens when you get drunk and high at the same time.

Be smarter in three minutes, watch the vid below.

And, you shiny happy people, please celebrate the holidays responsibly :)

Science: How Is Your Phone Changing You?

Should you be worried about your cellphone use? The guys at AsapSCIENCE explain why you might need to put the phone down.

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Science: Should You Shave Your Pubes?

The smart guys at AsapSCIENCE team up with the creatives at Thought Cafe to explore the ever present question: to shave or not to shave your pubic hair.

According to the science guys, 96% of females and 87% of males had either partially or completely removed public hair within the past month.

Find out the pros and cons to trimming "down under" by clicking play:

(h/t Gaily Grind)

Which Do You Hit Harder To Lose Weight - Diet Or Exercise?

Which is more important in weight loss - diet or exercise?

The science guys over at AsapSCIENCE explain it for you in three minutes.

I will add - since I do know several of the men of Chippendales - who know a thing or two about being in shape - that they put it at 80% nutrition, 20% exercise.

That's not to say exercise should be ignored. You burn more calories the  more fit you are. And there is that endorphin high that's hard to beat... :)

The Science Of Internet Trolls

The AsapSCIENCE guys troll the trolls with some science!

New Year's Resolutions: The Science of Motivation

My favorite science guys are back with this very timely video explaining The Science of Motivation.

Want to understand why New Year's resolutions fall by the wayside so often? Hit play, and be smarter in three minutes.

And for those folks looking for tips to stay motivated, the AsapSCIENCE guys have this list of tips to get you to your goals.

ASAPScience Guys Sing Their Appreciation Of Sciences Via STAR WARS Theme

The fab guys at ASAP Science bring you this musicalized tribute to the sciences via an a cappella version of Star Wars themes.

Very clever. Check all those lyrics. Which science do you think trumps the rest?

I've shared many of the smart guys vids explaining many of life's lingering questions. Check them out here.

Science: Are We Predisposed To Being Optimistic Or Pessimistic?

Are we genetically predisposed to being optimistic or pessimistic?

Is it possible pessimists live longer than optimists?

You might be surprised. Hit the play button below and be smarter in three minutes :)

Science: Can You Really Have "Too Much" Of A Good Thing?

The guys at AsapSCIENCE ruminate on the possible results from indulging in certain pleasures like coffee, chocolate, alcohol and more.

Be smarter in three minutes. Hit the link.

The Science Of Dogs

My favorite "three minute science guys" over at AsapSCIENCE share this short video exploring the world of dogs.

Hit the video below to learn why dogs often respond to human emotions, how they interpret language, whether they’re really colorblind, which breed is the most popular, how amazing their sense of smell is, and much more.

Science: Could You Transfer Your Consciousness To Another Body?

The AsapSCIENCE guys explore the possibilities of one day being able to download, store and/or upload our memories and consciousness from one body to another.

This is the premise of the upcoming sci-fi flick, Self/Less, starring Ben Kingsley and Ryan Reynolds, in theaters July 10th.

It might surprise you that technology is already exploring the issue.

Watch the video and be smarter in three minutes :)

Science: How Good Is Your Eye Sight?

From the guys at AsapSCIENCE.

Very cool eye text/illusion. I actually got up from my chair and walked feet away to see the difference.

Science rocks.

Science: What If All The Bees Die?

Chickens, cows, cotton and more would be affected if bees continue their current decline.

Find out why and be smarter in two minutes. Hit the video below.

Science: Can You Be Scared To Death?

The AsapSCIENCE guys answer the question: is it possible to be scared to death?

Science: Nice Guys Finish First

The old saying goes, "Nice guys finish last."

Well, there's encouragement to seek higher ground, right?

The AsapSCIENCE guys are here, though, to prove the old adage wrong.

I wonder if there is a subliminal message that their "nice guy" is blond and wears glasses? :)

Two Minute Science Lesson: Are You Sitting Too Much?

Are you sitting too much? And how bad can that be for your health? Watch this video from the AsapSCIENCE guys and be smarter in two minutes.

Plus, if you find you're alarmed at the results of years of sitting click here for tips to counteract "sitting syndrome."