CANCER

Weight Loss Helps Obese Men Improve their Sperm Count

A recent study found that men who lost weight and maintained weight loss with a low-calorie diet improved their sperm count. In this study, 50 men with obesity ate a low-calorie diet for eight weeks and lost an average 36 pounds and improved their sperm count by about 40%.
 

Numerous studies have linked obesity to lower sperm quality and quantity, contributing to reduced fertility. Dr. Bobby Najari,  assistant professor and director of the Male Infertility Program at NYU Langone Health in New York City, believes that the hormonal effects of excess fat tissue reduces testosterone levels which in turn reduces sperm reduction. Najari said the new findings suggest that weight loss reverses this process.
 

"This provides hope that the negative impact [of obesity] on sperm quality isn't permanent and can be reversed through diet and exercise," said Dr. Najari.

 

Getting to and maintaining a healthy weight is a significant challenge for both men and women. However weight loss is an important key to being your healthiest self, reducing your risk of chronic disease, and living your best life. AAHP’s weight management program can help you gain, lose, or maintain your weight with a tailored program that provides one-on-one coaching sessions, group activities, health and fitness instruction, meal planning guidance, and more. 

To learn more about or register for the Weight Management Program, please contact Stacy Gantz at 301-233-9612 or Sgantz@mcfarlandassociate.com.

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