3. Frequent masturbation

3. Frequent masturbation in early adulthood is linked with a lower risk of prostate cancer later on. Whether you masturbate or have partnered sex often, there seems to be some benefit to clearing out the pipes at least a few times per week. And if you do it more often, good for you! Unless you're causing yourself pain or discomfort or you're turning down work and social opportunities to stay home and self-pleasure, there's no harm in masturbating every day, if you feel like it (or several times per day).