Post Date December, 02 2023
Researchers from Harvard University and the University of Murcia in the United States conducted a survey of 188 men aged 18-22 and found that those who regularly consumed trans fats had a higher risk of infertility. Before participating in this study, these men had no other health factors that affected sperm quality, and their diet was divided into two categories: a "Western" diet rich in red meat, refined carbohydrates, candy, and energy drinks; A "wise" diet - rich in fish, fruits, vegetables, and whole grain foods. Researchers have found that sperm motility is stronger in "wise" eaters, while men with poor diets are less likely to have their sperm survive the process of fertilizing their eggs.
Our research findings suggest that a healthy diet appears to be beneficial for semen quality and can improve sperm motility, meaning more sperm is moving around instead of staying quietly in place, "said Audrey Gaskins, the first author of the study. The researchers recently presented the research findings at the annual meeting of the American Society of Reproductive Medicine.
A study led by Dr. Jorge Shavano of the Harvard School of Public Health shows that a diet with high levels of trans fatty acids can lead to a decrease in sperm concentration, and the levels of trans fatty acids found in sperm and semen are also constantly increasing. Gaskins emphasized that despite the above results, more scientific work is still needed to investigate the exact relationship between nutrition and infertility. Edward King, President of the American Association of Male Reproductive and Urology, said, "We are currently studying the impact of nutrition on male fertility, but even initial studies have shown a positive relationship between better dietary habits and male reproductive health
(Intern Editor: Huang Jiazhen)
