10 Surprising Habits and Substances That Could Be Harming Your Sperm Quality

Dr. Tra Anh Duy from the Men’s Health Center stresses that there are several factors that can lead to reduced sperm quality, including genetics, diseases such as orchitis and prostatitis, exposure to environmental toxins, and daily lifestyle habits. Smoking, drinking alcohol, wearing tight pants, spending excessive amounts of time sitting in front of a TV screen, and placing a laptop on one’s body can all contribute to weakening sperm quality.

Research conducted at the Aberdeen Fertility Center in Scotland has shown that smoking can reduce the number and mobility of sperm while alcohol and tobacco can damage DNA, increase the amount of mutated sperm, and lower testosterone levels. Wearing tight pants like jeans or nylon underwear can also raise the temperature in the testicles, affecting both sperm quality and quantity. People who sit for extended periods of time or work in high-temperature environments may also experience reduced sperm quality.

Exposure to heat and radiation from cell phones has been found to reduce sperm motility and fertility. It is recommended to keep cell phones away from one’s body to avoid this effect. Additionally, maintaining a healthy weight, avoiding hot baths or excessive exercise that causes overheating or compression of the testicles should be considered when preserving sperm quality for fertility purposes. Long-term exposure to chemicals such as heavy metals or processed foods may also negatively impact one’s sperm count and quality; it is essential to eat a balanced diet free from processed meat products and limit excessive TV watching time. By taking proactive steps towards maintaining a healthy lifestyle while avoiding harmful habits can aid in preserving one’s sperm quality for fertility purposes.