Fertility by Sally Lewis

Author:Sally Lewis
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Summerdale
Published: 2011-07-27T00:00:00+00:00

33. Keep him cool

The male reproductive organs are on the outside of the body and need to be kept several degrees cooler than normal body temperature, as sperm production can only take place at 32°C (89°F) – normal body temperature is 37°C (98.4°F). If the testes are heated up, the sperm count can be decreased. Research has shown that an increase of even 1°C in testicular or scrotal temperature can decrease the production of healthy sperm by as much as 40 per cent. Men should avoid wearing tight underpants or trousers, should take showers instead of hot baths, avoid crossing their legs and make sure they get up frequently and move around, especially if their job involves sitting down for long periods.

It’s also a good idea not to use an electric blanket in bed: not only will it provide too much heat to a man’s testicles, but it also emits electromagnetic radiation, another potential fertility hazard.

Laptops on laps

A recent study from researchers at the State University of New York found that men who regularly balance their laptops on their laps when working may be jeopardising their ability to have children. The risk comes from the heat generated from the laptop computer to the scrotum, heating the testicles and causing testicular dysfunction.

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