Male Infertility and Oxidative Stress: What Every Man Needs to Know

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00:00Good day.

00:02Today we'll be discussing a very interesting topic, oxidative stress and its impact on

00:06male infertility.

00:09Have you ever heard of oxidative stress?

00:11I've heard the term but don't know much about it.

00:14What exactly is it?

00:17Oxidative stress is a process that ages cells due to environmental factors like pollution.

00:23It's fascinating because it's believed that around 50% of men struggling with infertility

00:27are affected by oxidative stress.

00:30Wow, I had no idea it could be that serious.

00:34How does it actually affect sperm?

00:36Great question.

00:39Oxidative stress happens when there's an imbalance between free radicals, molecules that can

00:43damage cells, and antioxidants, which protect cells.

00:48When sperm cells are exposed to too many free radicals, they lose electrons.

00:53This not only damages the sperm but also affects its ability to fertilize an egg.

00:59That sounds concerning.

01:01How can someone tell if oxidative stress is affecting them?

01:05Because the symptoms aren't always evident, it can be challenging.

01:09Nonetheless, tests that quantify oxidative stress exist, such as those that assess the

01:14amount of ROS and semen or DNA fragmentation.

01:18However, eliminating frequent reasons can help lower your risk even in the absence of

01:23tests.

01:25That sounds concerning.

01:27How can someone tell if oxidative stress is affecting them?

01:31It can be tricky because the symptoms aren't always obvious.

01:34However, there are tests like ROS levels and semen or DNA fragmentation tests that can

01:40measure oxidative stress.

01:43But even without tests, avoiding common causes can help reduce your risk.

01:48What causes it in the first place?

01:51There are both internal and external factors.

01:54Internally, infections, varicocele, and hormonal imbalances can contribute.

02:00Externally, lifestyle factors like a poor diet, obesity, smoking, drinking, and exposure

02:06to pollution and toxins play a significant role.

02:10Is there a way to reduce or prevent oxidative stress?

02:14Absolutely.

02:16Lifestyle adjustments are key.

02:18Avoid smoking, reduce exposure to pollution, wear a mask when necessary, and include antioxidant-rich

02:24foods in your diet like green vegetables and colorful fruits.

02:29Reducing sugar and fat intake, avoiding processed foods, and following a Mediterranean diet

02:34can make a big difference.

02:36Also, use sunscreen, ensure you get quality sleep, and consider taking vitamins C and

02:42E.

02:44It sounds like lifestyle changes are really important.

02:47They certainly are.

02:50Avoiding smoking and drug use, getting 7-9 hours of sleep, and reducing alcohol consumption

02:55are all crucial steps.

02:57Also, avoid overheating the scrotum, wear loose underwear, avoid hot tubs, and don't

03:03place laptops on your lap.

03:05Regular exercise and managing stress are also very important.

03:10You mentioned earlier that sperm counts have been decreasing over time.

03:14Is that related to oxidative stress?

03:16Yes, over the last 30 years, sperm counts have decreased by 50% largely due to oxidative

03:23stress.

03:24This is why adopting a lifestyle similar to what our ancestors had, healthy eating, less

03:29pollution, and more physical activity, can be very beneficial.

03:34That's really eye-opening.

03:35I'll definitely be making some changes.

03:39I'm glad to hear that.

03:41Reducing oxidative stress can significantly improve sperm health and overall well-being.

03:47If you found this helpful, don't forget to share this information with others.

03:52It's important that more people become aware of how oxidative stress affects us today.

03:57Thanks, doctor.

03:59I'll definitely spread the word.

04:02I appreciate your time.

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