According to Dr. Pramod Madhukar Yerne, obstetrics expert, Birla Fertility & IVF, Nagpur (India), maintaining stable blood sugar levels is not only important in preventing diabetes but also plays an essential role in the reproductive health of both men and women. When blood sugar rises or fluctuates abnormally, the body can fall into a state of oxidative stress and hormonal imbalance, thereby directly affecting the quality of eggs, sperm and fertility.
How does high blood sugar affect eggs?
Dr. Pramod Madhukar Yerne says that in women, high blood sugar can cause insulin and reproductive hormone imbalances, leading to irregular ovulation.
Prolonged hyperglycemia can also damage egg DNA, reduce fertilization and make embryo transplantation more difficult.
How does high blood sugar affect sperm?
Men are also affected when their blood sugar is unstable, says Dr Pramod Madhukar Yerne. High sugar intake can reduce the quantity, mobility, and normal shape of sperm. Long-term blood sugar disorders are also associated with reduced testosterone, erectile dysfunction, and impaired sperm quality.
The role of blood sugar for hormones and reproduction
The endocrine system plays an important role in the conception process. Insulin interacts closely with reproductive hormones such as estrogen, progesterone and testosterone. When insulin is too high or too low, the coordination between the brain and the reproductive organs is disrupted, causing:
Irregular menstrual cycle
Poor egg loss
Reducing sperm production
Prolonged stress, unhealthy nutrition, and lack of exercise can all aggravate insulin resistance and hormonal imbalances.
How to improve blood sugar to support reproduction
Lifestyle adjustments can significantly improve reproductive health by controlling blood sugar.
Eat healthy: Prioritize whole grains, vegetables, lean proteins, good fats; limit refined sugar, fried foods and processed foods.
Regular exercise: Helps increase insulin sensitivity and supports hormonal balance.
Reduce stress: Limit increased cortisol, a factor that disrupts blood sugar and reproductive hormones.
Maintain a healthy weight: Avoid being overweight or underweight as both affect ovulation and sperm quality.
Monitor blood sugar: helps detect abnormalities early to adjust lifestyle or receive medical intervention when needed.
Note
Dr. Pramod Madhukar Yerne emphasizes that stable blood sugar is an important factor for natural conception and reproductive health in general. When both men and women proactively maintain reasonable blood sugar levels through diet, exercise, stress management and health monitoring, fertility and reproductive quality will be significantly improved.
The information in the article is for reference only, not a replacement for medical diagnosis or treatment. You should talk directly to your doctor for accurate advice that is suitable for your health condition.
