The findings were derived from 11,000 sperm samples, including those of adults exposed to ‘regular rocket warning sirens’ in the Gaza Strip. Researchers at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev and Soroka University Medical Center in Beer-Sheva led the study.
They
analysed 10,535 sperm samples donated by men during periods in Israel deemed
‘unstressful’ between 2009 and 2017. These were then compared to 659 samples
from men take up to two months after fierce military battles between Israel and
Gaza. The men had an average age of 32, which, according to figures, is the
average age for first time fathers in the United Kingdom (UK). Even though the
findings related to just those living in conflict zones, the researchers argued
they could apply to any mental stress.
Study
author, Dr. Eliahu Levitas, said:
“This study shows that prolonged stress can have an effect on sperm quality. “Mental stress is known to have an adverse effect on
fertility, but there is little research on the impact of stress on sperm
quality.” The findings were presented at the International Summit on
Assisted Reproduction and Genetics in Tel Aviv.
The results
follow a landmark study last July that warned humans could face extinction if
sperm counts continue to plummet. Western lifestyles have more than halved the
sperm count of men in the United States (US), Europe and Australia since the
1970s, it revealed.
Researchers
at Hebrew University of Jerusalem and the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount
Sinai claimed it was an ‘urgent wake-up call’ to investigate lifestyle factors.
Lead author,
Dr. Hagai Levine, told Daily Mail Online at the time that “if we do not make a
drastic change to how we live I am worried about the future.”An array of
previous evidence has also revealed sperm quality can be affected by chemicals
found in soap, sunscreen and plastic.
Dr. Hana Visnova, medical director at European fertility clinic IVF Cube in Prague, said the research
hints at a ‘vicious circle’ when it comes to stress and infertility. She told reporters:
“Those who suffer fertility problems often endure an
emotional rollercoaster.
And
if stress has led to the infertility problems in the first place, we could be
looking at a vicious circle when it comes to sperm quality and infertility. For
men, there’s this notion – an outdated and dangerous one – that fertility
problems reflect poorly on a man’s masculinity, and that they have to stay
strong and stoic and strong for the sake of their relationship. And those
results in men are often going unsupported in their journey to becoming a
parent, as the focus shifts primarily to the female. A more open dialogue would
be helpful.”
What should men do to have healthier sperm?
Maintain a healthy weight
The majority of male fertility issues relate to sperm disorders, writes Professor Luciano Nardo, a consultant gynaecologist at the Reproductive Health Group in Cheshire. But there are changes men can make to try and improve their overall wellbeing. Lifestyle can have a major impact on general health, including fertility. Excess weight can put extra pressure on your body and there is a link between a higher Body Mass Index (BMI) and a decrease in testosterone and erectile dysfunction. It is for these reasons it is wise to maintain a healthy weight, especially if you want to start a family.
The majority of male fertility issues relate to sperm disorders, writes Professor Luciano Nardo, a consultant gynaecologist at the Reproductive Health Group in Cheshire. But there are changes men can make to try and improve their overall wellbeing. Lifestyle can have a major impact on general health, including fertility. Excess weight can put extra pressure on your body and there is a link between a higher Body Mass Index (BMI) and a decrease in testosterone and erectile dysfunction. It is for these reasons it is wise to maintain a healthy weight, especially if you want to start a family.
Quit smoking
For both men and women trying to get pregnant, the advice is to quit smoking. A large volume of research has shown a link between smoking tobacco and having difficulty conceiving. Smoking can also damage sperm and cause erectile problems – making it harder to get pregnant.
For both men and women trying to get pregnant, the advice is to quit smoking. A large volume of research has shown a link between smoking tobacco and having difficulty conceiving. Smoking can also damage sperm and cause erectile problems – making it harder to get pregnant.
Ditch the booze
Enjoying the occasional drink is fine but excessive or binge drinking could harm sperm, and sperm that is damaged is unlikely to lead to a successful conception.
Enjoying the occasional drink is fine but excessive or binge drinking could harm sperm, and sperm that is damaged is unlikely to lead to a successful conception.
Wear looser pants
It is normal for up to 96 per cent of sperm to appear abnormal in some way. However where there are higher numbers there could be an underlying cause for this. One cause could be the increased temperature of the testes. A number of studies in the past have tried to find a definitive link between tight fitting underpants and a higher count of abnormal sperm. Although we can’t say for certain, it is recommended that men wear loose boxer shorts rather than briefs.
It is normal for up to 96 per cent of sperm to appear abnormal in some way. However where there are higher numbers there could be an underlying cause for this. One cause could be the increased temperature of the testes. A number of studies in the past have tried to find a definitive link between tight fitting underpants and a higher count of abnormal sperm. Although we can’t say for certain, it is recommended that men wear loose boxer shorts rather than briefs.
Get enough sleep
Having a good sleep routine can help you feel rested even during the busiest of times. When you’re tired it can also make you more likely to reach for sugary quick fixes and caffeinated drinks, sending blood sugar levels up and down throughout the day and making it harder to sleep well.
Having a good sleep routine can help you feel rested even during the busiest of times. When you’re tired it can also make you more likely to reach for sugary quick fixes and caffeinated drinks, sending blood sugar levels up and down throughout the day and making it harder to sleep well.
Keep stress in check
Stress is generally bad news for your overall health, and it’s not great for fertility, either. Stress is associated with hormonal changes and damage to cells in the body. Many people think keeping stress in check while trying to conceive is purely for women, but it is important men keep calm and take time to de-stress too.
Stress is generally bad news for your overall health, and it’s not great for fertility, either. Stress is associated with hormonal changes and damage to cells in the body. Many people think keeping stress in check while trying to conceive is purely for women, but it is important men keep calm and take time to de-stress too.
Keep fit
Moderate exercise two or three times a week is important for overall health and studies have indicated it can also help improve the shape and concentration of sperm. We never recommend people go on crash diets and start an intensive exercise regimes when they are trying to conceive a child, but small changes to improve overall health and well-being are really important. Exercises like running can also improve mental health, and help to de-stress the body.
Moderate exercise two or three times a week is important for overall health and studies have indicated it can also help improve the shape and concentration of sperm. We never recommend people go on crash diets and start an intensive exercise regimes when they are trying to conceive a child, but small changes to improve overall health and well-being are really important. Exercises like running can also improve mental health, and help to de-stress the body.
Don’t leave it too long
If you’re having regular unprotected sex with your partner for 12 months and haven’t conceived, get checked. You may initially feel uncomfortable speaking to a doctor about these things but the earlier you talk to someone about it, the better. Doctors can carry out a semen analysis and also check for chlamydia, which can affect fertility.
If you’re having regular unprotected sex with your partner for 12 months and haven’t conceived, get checked. You may initially feel uncomfortable speaking to a doctor about these things but the earlier you talk to someone about it, the better. Doctors can carry out a semen analysis and also check for chlamydia, which can affect fertility.
Do you have issues or delay in getting pregnant? Do you find it very difficult to impregnate your wife? You do not need to worry about it. Just contact the best fertility specialist in Nigeria, Dr. Michael Ogunkoya (+2348033069466) for counseling. He was trained in the best medical schools in USA, London, Canada, Wales and Hungary. Dr. Ogunkoya is the man that has the divine mandate to stamp-out childlessness among Nigerian couples. He is the medical director of The Hope Valley Fertility Clinic.
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