Count Down: Why Sperm Counts and Male Fertility Rates are Dropping with guest Dr. Shanna Swan

I had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Shanna Swan, a renowned environmental and reproductive epidemiologist and author of Count Down: How Our Modern World is Threatening Sperm Counts, Altering Male and Female Reproductive Development, and Imperiling the Future of the Human Race. We delved into the alarming decline in sperm counts and male fertility rates over the past few decades, exploring the environmental factors contributing to this trend and its implications for reproductive health.

In this episode, we cover:

• The significant decline in sperm counts and male fertility rates observed globally.
• The role of environmental chemicals, such as phthalates and BPA, in disrupting endocrine function and impacting reproductive health.
• Lifestyle factors, including smoking, binge drinking, stress, obesity, lack of exercise, and heat exposure, that can adversely affect sperm quality.
• The importance of preventive measures and lifestyle changes men can adopt to improve their fertility.
• The broader implications of declining fertility rates on population health and future generations.

Read the full show notes on my website.

Find Dr. Shanna Swan's website and book information here.

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