Popular media personality Ifedayo Olarinde, popularly known as Daddy Freeze, has sparked a heated online debate after suggesting that men must ejaculate 21 times a month to reduce their risk of prostate cancer.
The veteran radio host made the claim during a recent livestream with Caterefe, stating, “I won’t encourage masturbation, but if a man doesn’t ejaculate up to 21 times monthly, he could be setting himself up for possible prostate cancer.”
A clip from the livestream quickly circulated online, prompting a mix of reactions from followers and health commentators. Many users were quick to challenge the claim, cautioning that the statement oversimplifies complex medical research.
Pharmacist and social media user Pharm. Greatman commented, “The claim that men must ejaculate 21 times a month to avoid prostate cancer is not true. There is no fixed number that guarantees protection. Some studies suggest that more frequent ejaculation may be linked to a slightly lower risk, but this is only an association, not a rule or treatment.”
Rhine_sto added, “Turning nuanced research into a numeric command is how misinformation spreads. There are studies suggesting a correlation between frequent ejaculation and a lower risk of prostate cancer, but 21 times a month is not a medical prescription.”
Other users acknowledged that while Daddy Freeze’s statement is not entirely inaccurate, it should be understood in context. Hunter_Guide1 noted, “A 2016 Harvard study involving over 32,000 men found that those who ejaculated frequently, around 21 or more times per month, had a roughly 20–31% lower risk of prostate cancer compared to men who ejaculated 4–7 times monthly. But it’s correlation, not a guarantee. Genetics, age, lifestyle, and family history are far more significant factors.”
Experts emphasize that maintaining overall health, through proper diet, regular exercise, avoiding smoking, and routine medical check-ups—remains the most reliable approach to reducing prostate cancer risk.
The discussion highlights how public figures can influence perceptions about health while underlining the importance of consulting medical research and professionals before adopting recommendations.
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