Men's Health
9 Bad Habits That Can Harm Men’s Reproductive Health
While most people blame the sedentary lifestyle and excessive alcohol consumption for poor reproductive health, there are various other bad habits. Continue reading to know other reasons.
While most people blame the sedentary lifestyle and excessive alcohol consumption for poor reproductive health, there are various other bad habits. Continue reading to know other reasons.
Poor sperm quality is one most common causes of infertility in men. If you are planning to have a baby with your partner, check out these nine bad habits which can seriously harm your reproductive health.
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Smoking:
Whether it’s smoking or any other form of tobacco consumption, such bad habits primarily affect your reproductive health. In some instances, men experience hormonal imbalances and reduced sperm quality.
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Alcohol Consumption:
Moderate alcohol consumption might not lead to profound health implications. However, if you can’t draw the line and end up consuming alcohol excessively, then you can experience poor sperm count.
Some men also notice erectile dysfunction after regular alcohol intake. Alcohol addiction not just harms an addict’s reproductive health but also ruins his life as a whole.
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Poor Sleep Pattern:
If you’re in your thirties and spending nights binging on alcohol and partying all night, then bid farewell to your healthy sperms. Such an unhealthy lifestyle will lead you to infertility. Moreover, lack of adequate sleep also causes obesity and chronic health diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, etc.
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Excessive Caffeine:
Isn’t it blissful to have a cup of coffee, especially when you’re exhausted? Well, a cup or two daily won’t make a big difference. However, according to health experts, anything above 400mg per day will seriously affect your reproductive health.
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Heated Objects:
It’s time for an exciting biology lesson. The scrotum is designed such that at any given time, it remains 2-3 degrees Celsius lower than the average body temperature. Yes. You read it right. That’s because sperms require a relatively cooler environment. So, if you’re in the habit of keeping laptops on your lap, the chances are that you will experience a lower sperm count.
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Unsafe Sex:
Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are one of the most common causes of infertility. And do you know which habit multiplies the chances of contracting an STD? Well, it’s none other than unsafe sex. An STD can cause severe damage to your reproductive health. Therefore, always use protection. Remember, it’s better to be safe than sorry.
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Self-Medication:
Always consult a doctor before taking a medicine. There’s no denying that few drugs have serious side effects. In some cases, they can even affect your reproductive health. Therefore, if you’re taking medicine, get an expert’s opinion. Discuss possible health complications.
Some bodybuilders consume steroids for quick and unnatural gains. While they succeed in gaining a muscular body, it’s often at the cost of their reproductive health.
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Junk Food:
If you have the habit of consuming junk food items, then sooner or later, you are likely to suffer from obesity. Unhealthy weight gain affects the quality of your sperm and results in serious health complications like increased blood sugar levels, diabetes, and heart attack.
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Lack Of Physical Activity:
In recent years, more and more people have started living a sedentary lifestyle. They spend countless hours in front of their computers without any physical activity. Unfortunately, such an unhealthy lifestyle often affects their reproductive health.
Takeaway
So, these are some bad habits that can seriously harm men’s reproductive health. If you plan to have a baby with your partner, get rid of these habits once and for all.