Sun and Cell Phones Damaging Combo for Male Fertility
Sydney, Australia researchers are reporting that not enough sunlight and endless hours gabbing on a cell phone may be reasons for male infertility. So for all you office-dwelling infertile men, book your next holiday for Summer in Sydney so you can start basking in the sun, getting a golden tan and helping your chances of conceiving. The first
study concludes that with the 800 men examined with fertility problems, a third of them lacked Vitamin D – a source administered from sunlight. The researchers say a lack of sunlight damages healthy sperm.
The study goes on to say that,
"In a significant number of these men, there were also elevated levels of homocysteine, an amino acid in the blood associated with cell toxicity, and deficiency in folate, which is essential for healthy new cells," said Dr. Anne Clark, medical director of the treatment centre Fertility First."
The researchers also say, many Aussie men are opting not to stay in the sun for long hours because of increased skin cancer chances. However, a few hours lathered up with suntan oil and lying on the beach may not be too damaging to skin, and similarly may be a good alternative for home-remedy fertility treatments.
The second study says that men who use their cell phones incessantly may be at risk for lower sperm numbers. These men have 40% less healthy sperm than those who do not use their phones as much. The report says after 16 hours of steady cell use, there was clear DNA damage in these men's sperm. So for all you infertile men, douse yourself in suntan or sun block, lock-up your cell phones and start tanning daily! Or just get more active outdoors: surfing, running, beach volleyball, and so much more.
If you want to learn more about fertility treatments and infertility symptoms or simply find a professional in your area go to
fertilityproregistry.com.
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Posted by Tala on 10/21/2008 1:55:10 PM
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