Sperm Health and Longevity: The Surprising Link to a Longer Life - AI Podcast

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• Sperm counts have declined by 50% over the last five decades, with poor sperm quality linked to chronic diseases and increased mortality risk
• A recent study shows men with higher sperm counts live longer on average. Those with more than 120 million motile sperm lived 2.7 years longer than men with fewer than 5 million
• Low sperm quality correlates with earlier onset of diseases, especially cardiometabolic conditions. This suggests semen quality could serve as a marker for health
• Major factors that reduce sperm quality include obesity, poor diet, chronic stress, exposure to electromagnetic fields (EMFs), smoking, and excessive alcohol consumption
• Strategies to improve reproductive health include maintaining healthy weight through proper nutrition, stress management, avoiding toxins, limiting EMF exposure, and avoiding tobacco and alcohol