Thursday, May 22, 2008

Is Sperm Nutritious or Fattening?


You are what you eat. In this case, it is somewhat true, as sperm contains important genetic material.

 

But sperm, despite its important load, is not particularly nutritious or fattening.

 

The average ejaculate, about one teaspoon, contains between two and three hundred million sperms. Total calories: about five.

 

These calories are derived from protein, including enzymes and sugars (mainly fructose) secreted into semen by the prostate gland to provide the sperm
with the energy to swim.


Other good stuff found in semen includes water, vitamin C, citric acid, phosphate,
bicarbonates, zinc, and prostaglandins. A veritable breakfast of champions.

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