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Environmental impact on fertility
Can common household products harm fertility?
New study indicates that the effects of two chemicals could be negative for sperm.
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March 17, 2020
Chlorine and male fertility
A 2011 paper demonstrated a link between the use of chlorinated pools and decreased testicular function.
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March 17, 2020
Chemicals, the alarm bell of male fertility
Men exposed to phthalates and other toxic chemicals face greater fertility risks than women, according to a 2014 study in Ferti...
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March 17, 2020
Flying, skiing, and hiking: The link between high altitude and male fertility
High altitude's low oxygen and rapid dehydration may reduce male fertility, affecting aircraft personnel and frequent flyers di...
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March 17, 2020
Unexpected risks to male fertility
Vehicle exhaust, antihistamines, and soft drinks can all harm your fertility in ways you might not realize.
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March 17, 2020
Air pollution and male fertility
A Chinese study of 10,000 couples links air pollution to infertility, but doesn't explain the mechanism.
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February 26, 2021
How wildfires may affect sperm quality
Learn what male birth control options are available now, and new options you may have in the future.
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September 6, 2021
How where you live can affect your fertility: environmental- and location-based impacts
Your environment may affect your fertility; learn how location impacts your ability to build a family.
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June 6, 2022
How endocrine disruptors affect male fertility
Learn about endocrine disruptors, their impact on male fertility, and practical ways to minimize your exposure.
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August 5, 2022
Cleaner cleaning: Reduce exposure to endocrine-disrupting chemicals and improve fertility
Endocrine-disrupting chemicals everywhere may harm fertility; learn their sources, effects, and how to reduce exposure with saf...
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August 9, 2022
Oxidative stress and male fertility
Oxidative stress reduces male fertility by damaging sperm; testing and reducing free radicals can improve reproductive health.
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October 7, 2022
The connection between nature and sperm quality
Explore the connection between nature and sperm quality and how proximity to green space can improve male fertility.
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December 16, 2022
Climate change and male fertility
Climate change and environmental factors negatively impact sperm quality and male fertility.
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February 10, 2023
Why is September the most common birth month?
Why is December the most common month to get pregnant? Learn how seasonality affects fertility.
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December 11, 2023
The United States of sperm
The best and worst states for sperm health, according to Legacy’s proprietary database, the largest dataset of its kind.
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April 26, 2024
Research reveals microplastics present in all testicles studied
Researchers discovered microplastics in human and canine testicles, raising concerns about male fertility.
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May 30, 2024
Study finds pesticide glyphosate in more than half of semen samples
Glyphosate, a common crop pesticide, was found in over half of semen samples and may affect male fertility.
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June 4, 2024
Study finds PFAS in condoms and lube, prompting concerns about sperm and overall health
PFAS chemicals found in condoms and lubricants pose health risks including fertility damage and other serious conditions.
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August 23, 2024
5 ways to reduce microplastics in your body and protect your sperm
Microplastics permeate our environment and bodies, infiltrating water, food, and air while accumulating in nearly every organ.
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May 5, 2025
Antioxidant in blueberries may protect male fertility from microplastics, research suggests
Diet rich in anthocyanins from dark plants may protect male fertility from microplastic damage.
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May 15, 2025
