- Talk to your doctor about the prescription medicines you currently take:
- Some medicines can affect sperm health.14,15
- Avoid contact with chemicals at work and in the home:
- Pesticides, chemical fertilisers and petrochemicals can lower sperm quality and quantity, they can also lead to pregnancy complications14
- Sleep well & exercise:
- Adequate sleep and exercise are essential for general health, which supports reproductive health.15
- Caution: excessive cycling may have a negative effect.15
- Maintain a healthy weight:
- A healthy body mass index (BMI) of below 25 kg/m2 is important for general health and well-being, which supports reproductive health.14,15
- Do you know your BMI? If you know your height in cm and your weight in kg you can calculate it below.
