Men also need to pay attention to reproductive health
When mentioning conception, many couples often only think of women. However, in reality, men determine half of their fertility. Recent research shows that the number of sperm globally has decreased significantly, mainly due to lifestyle, pollution, stress and modern work pressure.
According to Dr. Isha Nandal - consultant obstetrician and gynecologist at Yellow Fertility: small daily habits such as eating, sleeping, moving and relaxing have a big impact on sperm health. Most of these habits can be changed.
7 habits to avoid
Prolonged stress: Chronic stress increases cortisol, reduces testosterone, and affects sperm production. Meditation, deep breathing and walking outdoors help balance hormones.
Unreasonable diet: Foods rich in antioxidants such as walnuts, berries, and green vegetables help improve sperm count and quality. In contrast, processed foods, high in sugar and fat, are harmful.
Temperature and overtraining: Insects are sensitive to high temperatures. Sitting on your thighs with a laptop for a long time, wearing tight pants or exercising too much can reduce fertility.
Use stimulants: Cigarettes, alcohol, drugs affect the shape and mobility of sperm. Even occasional use can cause reproductive stress accumulation.
ignore the following diseases: Peritoneal varicose veins, diabetes, obesity, chronic infections or thyroid disorders that silently obstruct reproduction. Early examination helps improve the chance of conception.
Exposure to toxic chemicals and environments: Pesticides, heavy metals, BPA plastic, pollution and industrial chemicals affecting sperm quality. Using organic, low-toxin products helps reduce risks.
Early sperm testing: This is no longer the last option. Testing helps assess reproductive health and detect problems early.
Getting enough sleep, eating regularly, managing stress, reducing toxins and receiving timely health care are the foundations for sperm health. Dr. Nandal emphasizes: Quitting smoking and limiting alcohol is especially important when planning pregnancy. Good reproductive health also means long-term health for men".
