Post Date December, 03 2023
Sperm is very important for a man, especially those who want to be a father. If you want your sperm to be healthy and ensure its quality, of course, you need to be fully prepared. So what do men need to do to ensure sperm quality?
13 Little Secrets to Protect Your Sperm Health
Say no to the hot water bath
A good wife's nagging is a husband's treasure. If he likes to take frequent hot baths, your nagging should come in handy! Frequent hot water baths can reduce the number of sperm. Staying in hot water above 40 ℃ for more than half an hour will reduce his sperm count. So pull him out of the bathtub and let him take a shower! Of course, saunas, steam chambers, and whirlpool warm water baths should also be avoided.
When giving birth to a second child, it's also important to choose a time
Male sperm count is highest in the morning. So for those of you who want to have a baby, scheduling sex until the morning may be a good choice.
3. Monitoring body weight
Excessive or insufficient fat can disrupt the normal production of sex hormones, which can lead to a decrease in male sperm count and an increase in the percentage of abnormal sperm. If a man's body mass index (BMI=weight/height squared) is controlled within the normal range (20-25), it is most likely to produce a large number of high-quality sperm.
4. Resolutely quit smoking
You may already know that smoking is closely related to lung cancer, heart disease, etc. You may also know that smoking second-hand smoke can harm the health of family members. Do you know that smoking can also affect men's reproductive ability and cause erectile dysfunction? Men who smoke 1-2 packs of cigarettes a day may have abnormal sperm and their swimming speed may be much slower than non-smokers. Smokeless tobacco products also have a negative impact on the quantity and quality of sperm. Research has shown that smokers' reproductive ability can be reduced by half compared to non-smokers!
For men who both smoke and drink, sperm damage is even greater. Compared to men who only have one hobby, men who smoke and drink alcohol have a significant decrease in sperm count and motility.
It's better to know how often to have sex
Excessive ejaculation and prolonged abstinence can both affect the quality of sperm. Having sex every 2-3 days may be ideal.
Climate can also affect sperm
Climate, season, country, region, and different years can all affect sperm count and male reproductive ability. A study shows that the number of sperm in men is much higher in New York than in Los Angeles, and much higher in Finland than in the UK.
7 Environmental factors also require extra attention
There is a lot of conflicting evidence regarding substances that may cause sperm damage. It is well known that radiation can cause damage and birth defects. Other substances considered to have adverse effect on sperm include some perfume containing phthalates (or esters), some types of pesticides, organic mercury, polychlorinated biphenyls and estrogen contained in tap water. Many of these substances are still under research.
8. Communicate with doctors
If you have doubts about your reproductive ability and feel that your sperm is not very healthy, then consult a doctor. Performing some simple tests on semen and understanding the overall health status should provide some useful assistance.
9. Don't drink too much alcohol
Drinking a lot of alcohol not only harms his liver, but studies have shown that it can also damage sperm, leading to a decrease in his reproductive ability. Drinking heavily can lower testosterone levels and lower the quality and quantity of sperm. What are you waiting for when you care so much about him?
Wearing pants requires attention
Don't wear too tight pants, and of course, don't wear too tight underwear. Tight pants, synthetic materials, and excessively high temperatures have all been shown to affect male reproductive ability. So find a loose cotton boxer shorts!
11 Keep Baby 'Cool'
The important reason why male testicles are installed inside the scrotum is to keep the temperature of the testicles lower than the temperature of the body, so that the testicles can work normally.
Under normal circumstances, the temperature in the scrotal area needs to be 4 ℃ lower than body temperature! Remember, whether at work, at home, or in the driver's seat, prolonged sitting can increase the temperature of the scrotum, thereby affecting sperm production. If you have a job that requires sitting for a long time, take frequent breaks and try to choose activities that do not require sitting during your free time.
Do not take medication indiscriminately
Many drugs can affect male reproductive ability, including steroids, cytotoxic drugs used to treat cancer, and opioid drugs. If he is taking a certain medication for a long time, in order to relieve your concerns, you can consult a doctor about the impact of the medication on reproductive ability.
Eating and drinking well is very important
It is important to prepare a healthy and balanced diet for the sake of health. You should know that only a strong body can produce healthy sperm!
