By Dr. Archana Dhawan Bajaj Most of us understand the fundamentals of a healthy lifestyle: consume plenty of fruits and vegetables, avoid coffee and sugar, do not smoke, exercise frequently, and so on. Taking care of our bodies not only improves our general health, but healthy decisions like these can also increase fertility.
But what about the decisions we make without even realising it? Numerous studies have demonstrated that our surroundings, over which we often have little influence, may have a substantial impact on our health. And a recent study has shown that some chemicals found in daily objects, food, and water have a harmful influence on fertility. How Microplastics Can Affect Male And Female Fertility Even the most environmentally conscientious among us cannot totally avoid using plastic.
It may be found in a variety of things, including food packaging, furniture, clothing, and more. When plastic is exposed to sunlight/heat, wind, and water, it dissolves into tiny particles known as microplastics. These non-biodegradable materials enter our ecosystem and can eventually poison our food and water.
When we consume them, they build in our tissues and can impair how our bodies operate. Microplastics in the reproductive system disrupt the blood-testis barrier, reducing spermatogenesis in men and causing placental dysfunction, ovarian atrophy, endometrial hyperplasia, and fibrosis in females. Furthermore, microplastics have the ability to influence offspring's lipid metabo.
