CITADEL – Do you fancy long showers? it could mean trouble for the “little ones.”
When the testicles are exposed to high temperatures, it can harm sperm production. Therefore, fertility researchers recommend keeping the water at a specific temperature.
One in six people worldwide will experience infertility during their lifetime, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). While genetic factors play a role, lifestyle choices can also have a significant impact.
A new study suggests that hot showers may be a hidden factor that weakens male fertility.
The recommendation from American fertility researchers at Boston University School of Public Health, who conducted the study, is to lower the temperature of bathwater.
Does not cause permanent damage
Sperm cells are particularly sensitive to heat. The testicles, where sperm cells are produced, are located outside the body to maintain a slightly lower temperature—typically two to four degrees cooler than the body’s natural temperature of around 37°C.
So, if the testicles are exposed to excessive heat, it can naturally harm sperm production.
A previous study showed that men who showered at a minimum of 37°C for 30 minutes each week for three months experienced a 22% reduction in sperm motility.
Motility refers to the sperm cells’ ability to move effectively forward and penetrate the woman’s egg …
