Men in May- this month we will be focusing in on the male side of fertility, culminating in a Live Q&A on June 1st with Claire Mooney- male fertility expert from Fertility Solutions. If you would like to join us and ask a question- please register your details here- and if you have a question for Claire and can't join live then email me here.
In this final episode of our Men in May series, fertility nutritionist Kirsty Harrison shares expert advice on the role of supplements in male fertility, debunking myths and highlighting what the scientific evidence actually supports.
If you're overwhelmed by supplement options or want to optimize sperm health, this discussion is packed with practical tips and insights.
Key topics discussed:
The purpose of fertility supplements for men and common goals
Understanding oxidative stress and its impact on sperm quality
The risks of taking too many antioxidants and how to identify imbalance
Evidence-based supplements: vitamins C, D, E, zinc, folate, and coenzyme Q10
Differentiating supplements for motility, morphology, and count
The importance of targeted testing before supplementing
The pitfalls of blanket supplement recommendations and multi-ingredient products
Lifestyle factors crucial to sperm health: diet, sleep, stress, and exercise
The limitations of semen analysis alone and the value of thorough diagnostics
Practical advice on selecting quality protein powders and supplements
When to consider specific tests for oxidative stress and sperm function
Top three foundational steps: optimize diet, sleep, and get proper testing
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