US News and World Reports on Fertility Tips
by Karina
Web Editor
Planned Parenthood Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota Action Fund
4. Avoid environmental toxins. There's mounting evidence that numerous environmental factors have an effect on fertility. In a recent laboratory study, for instance, researchers at the University of California-San Francisco found that bisphenol A, a chemical used in rigid plastic packaging for many foods and beverages, decreased the division of uterine cells, which could potentially prevent an embryo from attaching to the uterus. Postdoctoral fellow Lusine Aghajanova presented the finding last month at the annual ASRM meeting. To be safe, don't microwave polycarbonate plastic food containers (recycling code No. 7) and avoid canned foods, since cans are often coated on the inside with BPA….
From decreased sperm counts, to miscarriages, menstrual cycle irregularities to physical changes to our anatomy, many studies suggest that there is a connection between toxic exposure and the state of reproductive health. If we want to protect our right to choose, we also need to be able to cut down on exposure and increase our understanding of these chemicals.
Also, fyi—another tip from U.S. World News and Reports? Practice Safe Sex.
Sexually transmitted diseases can drastically reduce one's ability to get pregnant—so abstinence or consistent condom use can simultaneously prevent pregnancy today and preserve fertility for the future. Chlamydia and gonorrhea are two leading causes of infertility; untreated, either can cause pelvic inflammatory disease.
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