Episode 9: MET value for masturbation: Does it boost BMR?
March 03, 2026 · 9:07
Masturbation burns about 15–40 kcal per 10–15 minutes (≈2–3 METs) and does not meaningfully increase men's BMR.
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Masturbation MET value and BMR: What science shows
Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert
Dec 07, 2025 · 16 min read
Frequent masturbation or ejaculation does not meaningfully increase basal metabolic rate, or BMR, in men, and the calories burned are usually small. Based on light activity MET ranges and extrapolation from sexual activity studies, a typical 10 to 15 minute session is often estimated at roughly 15 to 40 kilocalories (about 2 to 3 METs), ...
Why do i get so hot when i sleep: The science of night sweats and overheating
Dr. Jonathan Pierce, PhD: Clinical Psychologist & Neuroscience Specialist
Dec 05, 2025 · 15 min read
You get hot in your sleep when the normal nighttime drop in core body temperature of about 0.5 to 1.0 °C (1 to 2 °F) is disrupted, prompting the hypothalamus to open skin blood vessels and activate sweating to dump heat. The good news is that the trigger is often changeable, such as room setup, alcohol, stress, ...
Does stress cause low testosterone in men? What science really shows
Dr. Alexander Grant, MD, PhD: Urologist & Men's Health Advocate
Dec 05, 2025 · 14 min read
Chronic psychological stress is linked to lower morning testosterone in men, largely because sustained HPA axis cortisol output can suppress hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal (GnRH/LH) signaling and reduce testicular testosterone production. Here is how to recognize the stress-low T feedback loop and what actually helps break it. “Stress and testosterone talk to each other all day long. Short ...
7 low testosterone symptoms: Get small daily joys back!
Dr. Alexander Grant, MD, PhD: Urologist & Men's Health Advocate
Oct 23, 2025 · 15 min read
Common low testosterone symptoms in men include low libido, fewer morning erections, fatigue, low mood, reduced muscle and strength, increased belly fat, and infertility, but diagnosis requires symptoms plus two low early-morning blood tests. The American Urological Association (AUA) and European Association of Urology (EAU) recommend diagnosing testosterone deficiency only when persistent symptoms line up ...