Men’s health and fertility

Factors affecting sperm

Practicing healthy behaviors will improve the quantity and quality of your sperm. While you and your partner consider pregnancy, it is important to think about your personal health and factors that can affect sperm such as health conditions, nutrition, tobacco use, alcohol, cannabis, and heat exposure. For more information about preparing for fatherhood, visit the How to Build a Healthy Baby resource for men (Best Start) and speak to your health care provider.

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This item was last modified on February 23, 2021