Improving Sperm Quality: 10 Things That Harm Your Sperm Quality - Video

Dr. Natalie Crawford, explains the top 10 things that can impact sperm quality. So often we talk about female factors and egg quality, but the semen analysis is a crucial piece in an infertility evaluation. 40% of infertility is caused or contributed by male factor.

Questions Answered:
What is a semen analysis?
What is the life cycle of sperm?
How does smoking cigarettes impact sperm?
Does alcohol have a negative impact on sperm quality?
What affect does marijuana usage have on sperm?
What environmental toxins impact sperm?
How do weight and diet play a role in sperm quality?
Can illness impact sperm quality?
How does age impact sperm quality?
Does steroid use impact sperm?

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