How can I help prevent fertility problems?
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Dr. Michael Roizen answered:If you use a computer or tablet nestled on your lap, just 10 to 15 minutes of staring at a laptop screen is enough to reduce potency and sperm count.
Heat may not be the only fertility hazard. Early research suggests that the electromagnetic radiation emitted when a laptop's connected to wi-fi may also damage sperm DNA. So, what can you do to safeguard fertility?
- Put your laptop on the table. Even protective pads won't protect you.
- Stick to short online-surfing sessions if you're using a laptop. And spread your legs.
- Limit time on your bike. Cycling more than 5 hours a week also lowers sperm concentration.
- Eat healthful foods and take vitamins. Foods and supplements rich in DHA omega-3 fats, zinc, selenium, folic acid, and vitamins C and E increase sperm count.
If you use a computer or tablet nestled on your lap, just 10 to 15 minutes of staring at a laptop screen is enough to reduce potency and sperm count. Heat may not be the only fertility hazard. Early research suggests that the electromagnetic... More -
Healthwise answered:Some fertility problems are related to lifestyle or other health conditions. To help protect your fertility:
- Avoid using tobacco (cigarettes) and marijuana. They reduce fertility, especially by reducing sperm counts.
- Avoid exposure to harmful chemicals.
- Avoid excessive alcohol use. It may damage eggs or sperm.
- Limit sex partners and use condoms to reduce the risk of getting a sexually transmitted infection (STI). Untreated STIs can damage the reproductive system and cause infertility. If you think you may have an STI, get treatment promptly to reduce the risk of damage to your reproductive system. Make sure you know how to use a male condom and/or how to use a female condom.
- Stay at a body weight that is close to the ideal for your height. It will reduce the possibility of hormone imbalances. This is very important for men as well as for women.
If you have been diagnosed with cancer and hope to have children in the future, talk to your doctor about preventing cancer treatment-related infertility.
Some fertility problems are related to lifestyle or other health conditions. To help protect your fertility: Avoid using tobacco (cigarettes) and marijuana. They reduce fertility, especially by reducing sperm counts. Avoid exposure to harmful... More
