by Alanna Ketler Scientists have discovered that a
sizeable minority of women have Y-chromosome gene sequences in their
blood. This is interesting because as you may know, Y-chromosomes are
the chromosomes that belong to men, so ladies, what are they doing
there, and where did they come from?
An obvious answer would be from
pregnancy with a male son, every woman who has been pregnant still
carries cells from her fetus within her bloodstream. Cells from the
pregnancy will reside within the mother’s bloodstream and organs for the
rest of her life. Even if the pregnancy was terminated or if there was a
miscarriage these said genes would remain with the Mother. There is a
name for this so-called condition, it is called microchimerism (1),
which is named after the Greek chimera, a mythical, monstrous
fire-breathing animal that is composed of the parts of three animals a
lion, a snake and a goat. Okay so that explains it, well at least it
does for the women who have given birth to sons. But what about the
women without sons that still had male cells in their bloodstream? http://www.collective-evolution.com/2014/03/18/this-study-will-make-you-think-twice-about-who-you-are-getting-into-bed-with/
The Study
This called for a study (2) that was
done by immunologists at the Fred Hutchinson Caner Center in 2004. In
this study they took samples from 120 women who had never had sons. They
found that 21% of these women had male DNA. The women were then
categorized into 4 groups according to pregnancy history: Group A had
only daughters, Group B had had one or more miscarriage(s), Group C had
induced abortions and Group D had never been pregnant before. The
prevalence of male michrochimerism was considerably greater in Group C
although it was still present in each group. Group A 8%, Group B 22%,
Group C 57% and Group D 10%.
The conclusions of this study noted that
the possible sources of male michrochimerism included, known
pregnancies, miscarriages, vanished male twin, or sexual intercourse.
This means, that through intercourse alone there is a potential for
women to hold onto male genes and DNA within their organs and blood
stream for their entire life!
I find this extremely fascinating
because a spiritual friend and mentor once told me that every time you
sleep with somebody you are taking on a part of them within you. I
thought of this as a powerful metaphor, that we were keeping a part of
them energetically. Needless to say, it made me reflect on certain
things from my past and this whole analogy really made a lot of sense.
But, to learn that there is actual scientific proof to back this up and
that it is a physical thing, that is more than just energy. The idea
that as women we are capable of taking on actual physical DNA from the
men that we sleep with, was an extremely eye opening piece of
information to stumble across.
This
science puts a whole new meaning on sexual intercourse as a whole. It
is a very sacred and spiritual act and should be completely regarded as
such. A lot of people are misusing sex and have forgotten what it is
meant for and how important and consecrated it really is. I know I can
speak for many women because as a woman I know what this is like and
have had experiences in the past with giving away sex somewhat freely
because of insecurity or to please or impress a man without actually
even realizing how irresponsible this was. Because at the time, it was
just sex, and when you are completely disconnected from yourself, it
doesn’t seem like it’s a big deal. Now being older and more connected to
my spiritual self I realize that sex is not something that is meant to
be thrown around and given out so freely, it is a sacred act that
creates a bond between two people that love and care about each other.
It is so important for us (humanity) to realize this. There is a lot of
power and amazing potential within this act and it has the complete
capability of connecting us with our true selves.
Many of us are holding onto a lot of
sexual baggage from our past, it is not my intent to make anyone regret
past experiences. Rather, to let go and embrace what the past has taught
us and move forward with this knowledge and consider it wisely. With
this information I’m sure you will think twice about whom you are ending
up in bed with, and at the very least, I’m positive that you’ll be sure
to use a condom!
Much Love
Sources and further readings:
(2) http://www.amjmed.com/article/S0002-9343%2805%2900270-6/abstracthttp://jenapincott.com/do-you-carry-the-dna-of-your-former-lovers/
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