5 Unusual Uses For Sperm (Besides Baby-Making)

So we all know that sperm’s main job is to fertilise an egg and make a baby but it actually comes in handy (sorry) in some other ways too. From skincare to cooking (yep, we’re afraid so), semen can and is used for a range of things around the world. While we wouldn’t advise that you show this to your other half, it is strangely fascinating that man juice can be used for the following… Facials Spermine, a compound found in the white stuff, is a form of antioxidant which is really good for your skin. As well as preventing wrinkles and tackling the signs of ageing, it also fights acne and makes your skin lovely and smooth. Like we said, probably best not to tell Himself about this one. Anti-depressant A somewhat controversial study in 2002 determined that women who were exposed to semen are less likely to be depressed. It apparently has something to do with the hormones it contains and how they can be absorbed through the vagina. Cooking We hate to break it to you but there are some cookbooks dedicated to providing the world with “semen-friendly” recipes. While we’re not convinced that it would improve the taste of any meals (ours are delicious as they are) sperm is packed with nutrients and protein. Even still, think we’ll stick to our traditional ingredients! Invisible ink That’s right, sperm was once used as an invisible ink. This is perfect for when you want to leave your other half a note without the kids knowing what it says… or, you know, when you embark on your career as a secret agent. Morning sickness A psychologist (Gordon Gallup is his name) once claimed that swallowing sperm during pregnancy cures morning sickness. He argued that morning sickness is a result of the female body reacting to an alien material in her body (the sperm) so swallowing it builds up an intolerance. We’re stuck between a rock and a hard place ladies.