Rena Malik, MD Podcast: Optimizing Health, Sex & Relationships with Science Backed Tips from Leading Experts Moment: Why Younger Generations Face a Testosterone and Sperm Crisis ft. Dr. Abraham Morgentaler
Jan 22, 2025
Dr. Abraham Morgentaler, an expert in male infertility and testosterone, joins to discuss the crisis of declining testosterone levels among younger men. They explore how environmental factors like nanoplastics and global warming contribute to this trend. Lifestyle changes, such as increased tech use and shifts in social behavior, are also examined. Dr. Morgentaler sheds light on the impacts of stress and even underwear choices on male health, providing a fascinating look at the broader implications of this alarming issue.
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Shifting Sexuality
- Younger generations are increasingly engaged with technology and social media, impacting their relationships and sexual activity.
- This shift in focus, combined with easy access to pornography, contributes to a changing landscape of sexuality.
Environmental Impacts
- Potential environmental factors like nanoplastics and global warming are suspected to impact testosterone levels and sperm counts.
- Research on these factors is still preliminary and requires further investigation to determine their true effects.
Brindley's Experiment
- Physiologist Richard Brindley conducted self-experimentation, implanting a thermometer in his scrotum to study temperature fluctuations.
- He meticulously documented temperature changes under various conditions like clothing, posture, and activity levels.