"Smoking is harmful to health" is well known, but few people will notice that smoking can also have great harm to male reproductive health.
Hazard 1: Smoking causes sexual dysfunction. Smoking can affect blood circulation and reduce blood flow to the genitals, leading to difficulties in sexual arousal (both men and women). A large-scale survey in China in 2007 also found that 20% of male erectile dysfunction is related to smoking
Hazard 2: Smoking can hinder normal sperm production. It has been proven that smoking has a significant impact on sperm production, maturation, and distortion, which can lead to a reduction in sperm quantity and sperm quality. The longer smoking lasts, the more abnormal sperm will occur, and the number of normal sperm will continue to decrease. Sperm activity will also decrease, undoubtedly detrimental to fertility. Therefore, quitting smoking is expected to contribute to the recovery of sexual function.
Is there any way to reduce the harm of smoking to male health? Here are some common foods that can reduce the risk of male smoking.
White radish
Clear heat and promote fluid production, cool blood and stop bleeding, strengthen the stomach and digestion, dissipate phlegm and clear heat. If you want to quit smoking, you can shred the white radish and mix it with salt or sugar according to your personal taste as a snack, which can assist in quitting smoking.
Mushroom
The protein in lentinus edodes contains up to 18 amino acids, as well as multiple vitamins. The polysaccharide component in lentinus edodes can enhance the activity of anti cancer immune cells in humans. Its cap also contains double stranded RNA, which can produce interferon with anti cancer effects after entering the human body.
Tomatoes
The lycopene in tomatoes is a substance that has a good protective effect on the cardiovascular system, and is a strong antioxidant that can clear free radicals, protect cells, enhance human immunity, prevent the progression of cancer, and reduce the incidence of heart disease.
Tremella fuciformis
Rich in trace elements such as selenium, it can improve the detoxification ability of the liver, protect liver function, and enhance the body's anti-tumor immunity.