Sperm Health & what you need to know

Infertility affects 1 in 6 couples these days, and unfortunately sperm health has been progressively declining by about 50% over the last decade!

Sperm are incredibly sensitive little cells that are very easily affected by oxidative stress and change in the body. A simple viral infection such as the common cold or anything causing a fever can cause sperm to die - which is why it is always good to do more than one semen analysis if you have been sick! 

A whopping 40% of couples infertility is male factor infertility, 40% female factor, and 20% unexplained.

Nutrients essential for healthy sperm production include zinc, selenium, carnitine, omega 3 fats, Coenzyme Q10 and folate (MTHF), all of which have been clinically shown to increase sperm motility, sperm count, and sperm morphology.

It takes 3 months for sperm to reach the point of ejaculation - What you do MATTERS - if you're TTC, perhaps seeking assistance for correct supplementation or dietary manipulation to include these nutrients could help!

Ref:31375368, Melbourne IVF, https://doi.org/10.1186/1471-2458-10-24