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"Zinc levels are usually much lower in infertile men with low sperm counts. One study showed that increasing zinc and folic acid levels helped increase sperm counts in infertile men. But zinc is hardly just a man's mineral. It has been shown in studies to aid children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and help prevent or retard the progression of macular degeneration, the leading cause of adult blindness." - Jonny Bowden, Ph.D., C.N.S., The Most Effective Natural Cures on Earth: The Surprising, Unbiased Truth about What Treatments Work and Why (Get the book.)

"In another study of men with low sperm counts, 6,000 meg of vitamin B12 per day showed improvements in the sperm counts of 57 percent of them.66 CONVENTIONAL MEDICINE APPROACH It is important to be aware of the latest conventional treatment options for infertility and to gain insight into when is it timely to seek specialized fertility care." - Tori Hudson, N.D., Women's Encyclopedia of Natural Medicine: Alternative Therapies and Integrative Medicine for Total Health and Wellness (Get the book.)

"However, new information indicates that men who follow organic diets have, on average, higher sperm counts than those who eat more-conventional foods. A study from Denmark comparing the sperm counts of organic farmers with those of men who worked for an airline, showed that Removing Energy Blockages Acupuncture works on the meridians of the body, through which energy flows, according to Asian medicine principles. It also corrects imbalances and blockages that may be hindering the body from functioning normally. And, say experts, these imbalances can contribute to infertility." - Bottom Line Books, Uncommon Cures For Everyday Ailments (Get the book.)

"The results of these tests are consistent with a range of abnormal trends we have been seeing in humans over the past few decades, including declining sperm counts in industrialized nations; increased incidence of undescended testes in U.S. males, which is associated with increased risk of testicular cancer; and increasing incidence of prostate and breast cancers. There is clear evidence that fetuses, particularly male fetuses, are highly sensitive and vulnerable to multiple, cumulative exposures to hormone-disruptive chemicals." - Samuel S. Epstein, Randall Fitzgerald, Toxic Beauty: How Cosmetics and Personal Care Products Endanger Your Health . . . And What You Can Do about It (Get the book.)

"In addition to cancer, dioxin exposure has been linked to birth defects, inability to maintain pregnancy, decreased fertility, reduced sperm counts, endometriosis, diabetes, learning disabilities, immune system suppression, lung problems, skin disorders, lowered testosterone levels, and many other problems. Dioxins accumulate in fat cells, and have been found in fat-containing milk." - Deirdre Imus, Growing Up Green: Baby and Child Care: Volume 2 in the Bestselling Green This! Series (Green This!) (Get the book.)

"One study showed that increasing zinc and folic acid levels helped increase sperm counts in infertile men. But zinc is hardly just a man's mineral. It has been shown in studies to aid children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and help prevent or retard the progression of macular degeneration, the leading cause of adult blindness. It fights fatigue for both sexes, diminishes white spots in fingernails, reduces brittle hair and nails, and it can help with menstrual problems, impotence, and painful knee and hip joints." - Jonny Bowden, Ph.D., C.N.S., The Most Effective Natural Cures on Earth: The Surprising, Unbiased Truth about What Treatments Work and Why (Get the book.)

"Estrogen dominance has also been linked to male problems, including lowered sperm counts, physical feminization symptoms such as enlarged breasts, as well as osteoporosis and prostate cancer. Indigestion All digestive discomforts are a result of the abuse or overloading of the digestive organs, plus possible genetic inabilities to produce adequate quantities of digestive secretions." - Ron Garner, Conscious Health: A Complete Guide to Wellness Through Natural Means (Get the book.) "A 1992 Danish research study of 15,000 men in the United States, Europe, Asia, Africa, and other parts of the world concluded that average sperm counts had dropped significantly from 1938 to 1990. Further analysis of this study concluded that the declines were seen overall in the United States and Europe but not in non-Western countries.12 It is probable that similar statistics apply to viability of female ova as well. In the United States, fertility rates continue to decline and age-related spontaneous abortion is on the increase." - Ron Garner, Conscious Health: A Complete Guide to Wellness Through Natural Means (Get the book.)

"In men, endocrine disruptors can lead to reduced sperm counts and undescended testicles. Endocrine disruptors are also associated with endometriosis, altered immune function, and developmental disabilities. Environmental contaminant: A substance (chemical) that gets into a system (person, animal, or the environment) in amounts higher than the expected or naturally occurring levels in a specific environment. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA): The U.S. federal agency that develops and enforces environmental laws to protect the environment and the public's health." - Deirdre Imus, Growing Up Green: Baby and Child Care: Volume 2 in the Bestselling Green This! Series (Green This!) (Get the book.)

"MALE FERTILITY Low sperm counts have been attributed to a number of factors, including exposure to pesticides, welding, antibiotic and other medication use, a history of mumps, gastrointestinal complaints, decreased intake of fruits and vegetables, family history of female fertility disorders, and nicotine and caffeine intake.57 Therefore, it seems prudent when dealing with a couple who want to improve their fertility that these factors be addressed promptly, especially in patients who have demonstrated sperm abnormalities." - Tori Hudson, N.D., Women's Encyclopedia of Natural Medicine: Alternative Therapies and Integrative Medicine for Total Health and Wellness (Get the book.)

"Similarly, administering parabens to immature male rats decreases sperm counts and testosterone levels (8). One study showed the presence of parabens in the breast tissue of women with breast cancer, possibly originating from their use of underarm deodorants or anti-perspirants (see chapter 10). The study also showed that methylparaben, the least potent hormone-disruptive chemical, was present at the highest concentration." - Samuel S. Epstein, Randall Fitzgerald, Toxic Beauty: How Cosmetics and Personal Care Products Endanger Your Health . . . And What You Can Do about It (Get the book.) "The significance of these findings is bolstered by evidence that men with high levels of phthalates in their urine had reduced sperm counts, low sperm motility, and more deformed sperm ( 27). A subsequent pilot study reported genital abnormalities in male babies whose mothers were found to have high levels of four phthalate metabolites (28). These abnormalities included a reduction in the anogenital distance mentioned earlier." - Samuel S. Epstein, Randall Fitzgerald, Toxic Beauty: How Cosmetics and Personal Care Products Endanger Your Health . . . And What You Can Do about It (Get the book.)

"I am infertile or have low sperm counts. ? I have loss of muscle. ? I have increased abdominal fat. ? I am fatigued or have low energy. ? I feel a loss of direction and purpose or a sense of apathy. ? I have bone loss or bone fractures. ? I have increasing cholesterol. ? I have increased insulin and blood sugar. ? I feel weak. ? I feel depressed. ? I have been exposed to pesticides or heavy metals (in the food, water, and/or air). ? • For your convenience, this quiz has been reprinted in The UltraMind Solution Companion Guide. Simply go to www.ultramind." - Mark Hyman MD, The UltraMind Solution: Fix Your Broken Brain by Healing Your Body First (Get the book.)

"A study from Denmark comparing the sperm counts of organic farmers with those of men who worked for an airline, showed that Removing Energy Blockages Acupuncture works on the meridians of the body, through which energy flows, according to Asian medicine principles. It also corrects imbalances and blockages that may be hindering the body from functioning normally. And, say experts, these imbalances can contribute to infertility. The good news is that a few well-placed needles may fix fertility problems within a few—or, in some instances, more than 10—sessions." - Bottom Line Books, Uncommon Cures For Everyday Ailments (Get the book.)

"One study looked at men who had normal sperm counts, but low rates of fertilization during in vitro fertilization treatments. After one month of daily vitamin E supplementation, the fertilization rates increased from 19 percent to 29 percent, suggesting that the antioxidant effects of vitamin E may make the sperm more fertile." - Tori Hudson, N.D., Women's Encyclopedia of Natural Medicine: Alternative Therapies and Integrative Medicine for Total Health and Wellness (Get the book.)

"Approximately 60% of those taking the supplement experienced improved sperm counts.35 However, controlled trials are needed to confirm these preliminary results. Men seeking vitamin B12 injections should consult a physician. L-carnitine (page 543) is a substance made in the body and also found in supplements and some foods (such as meat). It appears to be necessary for normal functioning of sperm cells. In preliminary studies, supplementing with 3—4 grams per day for four months helped to normalize sperm motility in men with low sperm quality." - Alan R. Gaby, M.D., Jonathan V. Wright, M.D., Forrest Batz, Pharm.D. Rick Chester, RPh., N.D., DipLAc. George Constantine, R.Ph., Ph.D. Linnea D. Thompson, Pharm.D., N.D., The Natural Pharmacy: Complete A-Z Reference to Natural Treatments for Common Health Conditions (Get the book.) "For infertile men with low semen zinc levels, a preliminary trial found that zinc supplements (240 mg per day) increased sperm counts and possibly contributed to successful impregnation by 3 of the 11 men.22 However, these studies all included small numbers of volunteers, and thus the impact of their conclusions is limited. In a controlled trial, 100 men with low sperm motility received either 57 mg of zinc twice daily or a placebo.23 After three months, there was significant improvement in sperm quality, sperm count, sperm motility, and fertilizing capacity of the sperm." - Alan R. Gaby, M.D., Jonathan V. Wright, M.D., Forrest Batz, Pharm.D. Rick Chester, RPh., N.D., DipLAc. George Constantine, R.Ph., Ph.D. Linnea D. Thompson, Pharm.D., N.D., The Natural Pharmacy: Complete A-Z Reference to Natural Treatments for Common Health Conditions (Get the book.) "Men with low sperm counts are frequently advised to minimize lifestyle factors that may overheat the testes, such as wearing tight (e.g., "bikini-style") underwear or frequently using spas and hot baths. Environmental exposures (e.g., formaldehyde), smoking, and use of recreational drugs (e.g., marijuana, cocaine, hashish) may reduce sperm count or cause abnormal sperm morphology (shape).3' 4 Smoking adversely affects the semen quality of infertile men.5 Nutritional supplements that may be helpful Vitamin C (page 604) protects sperm from oxidative damage." - Alan R. Gaby, M.D., Jonathan V. Wright, M.D., Forrest Batz, Pharm.D. Rick Chester, RPh., N.D., DipLAc. George Constantine, R.Ph., Ph.D. Linnea D. Thompson, Pharm.D., N.D., The Natural Pharmacy: Complete A-Z Reference to Natural Treatments for Common Health Conditions (Get the book.) "Preliminary research reports that supplementation of C0Q7, a related molecule, increased sperm counts in a group of infertile men.5 Healing of the gums of the mouth (periodontal tissue) may require increased energy production; therefore, researchers have explored the effects of C0Q10 supplementation in people with periodontal disease (page 203), which has been linked to C0Q10 deficiency. Double-blind research shows that people with gum disease given C0Q10 achieve better results than those given a placebo.6 The role of C0Q10 in energy formation also relates to how the body uses carbohydrates." - Alan R. Gaby, M.D., Jonathan V. Wright, M.D., Forrest Batz, Pharm.D. Rick Chester, RPh., N.D., DipLAc. George Constantine, R.Ph., Ph.D. Linnea D. Thompson, Pharm.D., N.D., The Natural Pharmacy: Complete A-Z Reference to Natural Treatments for Common Health Conditions (Get the book.)

"These toxins are so powerful that it even shows in the documentation that it is proven that regular farmers who use pesticides and herbicides, in contrast to organic farmers, have more depression as well as cancer, birth-damaged offspring, and lower sperm counts. These chemicals, even in small amounts, cause disease. Cows given genetically modified growth hormones make more milk, but have painful swollen udders, have ulcers, joint pain, miscarriages, deformed calves, infertility, and much shorter life spans." - Kevin Trudeau, More Natural Cures Revealed: Previously Censored Brand Name Products That Cure Disease (Get the book.)

"In some trials, the use of arginine has increased both sperm counts and motility, resulting in more successful pregnancies. Athletic Performance: Another common use of arginine is for improving athletic performance. Arginine can increase growth hormone and have a tissue building or anabolic effect in some populations, but it is not exactly known how it accomplishes this. In a few trials, arginine has been combined with ornithine and the results have been encouraging." - Abram Hoffer, PhD, MD, FRCP(C) and Dr. Jonathan Prousjy, DPHE, DSC, ND, FRSH, Naturopathic Nutrition: A Guide to Nutrient-rich Food & Nutritional Supplements for Optimum Health (Get the book.) "The researchers recommended that all men with low sperm counts be given a therapeutic trial of lycopene for their infertility. Prostate cancer is the leading cause of cancer in men (1 in 11 males will have prostate cancer during their lifetime). In a study assessing the dietary intake of tomatoes and tomato products containing lycopene, these carotenoids were shown to probably reduce the risk of prostate cancer. This study found that the status of lycopene, but not other carotenoids, in prostate cancer patients is different from that of controls." - Abram Hoffer, PhD, MD, FRCP(C) and Dr. Jonathan Prousjy, DPHE, DSC, ND, FRSH, Naturopathic Nutrition: A Guide to Nutrient-rich Food & Nutritional Supplements for Optimum Health (Get the book.)

"However, among the 15 men with initially normal testosterone levels, sperm counts did not increase, and no pregnancies occurred.13 Iron Iron may be helpful in treating female infertility. In one study, 111 women with iron deficiency were treated with iron plus vitamin C (to enhance the absorption of iron). Seven previously infertile women conceived within 28 weeks of starting this therapy.14 PABA In one study, 16 women with infertility of at least 5 years' duration were given 100 mg of para-aminobenzoic acid (PABA), 4 times a day for 3 to 7 months." - Jonathan V. Wright, M.D. and Alan R. Gaby, M.D., Natural Medicine, Optimal Wellness: The Patient's Guide to Health and Healing (Get the book.)

"In 1992 Danish researchers reported that sperm counts had dropped 50 percent worldwide between 1939 and 1990. The study was widely criticized, but a reanalysis confirmed the results. Other studies followed with reports that sperm counts have been going down at the rate of two percent per year since the 1970s. Sperm quality has also suffered.34 40 The most probable cause is a combined assault by the environmental chemicals in pesticides and plastics PLANT SURVIVAL MECHANISM Like other antinutrients and toxins in soybeans, isoflavones seem to have evolved to ensure the plant's survival." - Kaayla T. Daniel, PhD, CCN, The Whole Soy Story: The dark side of America's favorite health food (Get the book.)

"Other research has found that the amino acid L-arginine can often raise low sperm counts significantly. Use 1,500 milligrams of L-arginine twice daily, in between meals. One precaution, though—if you've ever had a herpes outbreak, it's possible that L-arginine could reactivate it. If that happens, stop, and call in about what to do." "I don't think I've had that problem." "Good, because L-arginine can be quite important. Next, vitamin E, 400 IU daily, and selenium, 200 micrograms daily." - Jonathan V. Wright, M.D. and Alan R. Gaby, M.D., Natural Medicine, Optimal Wellness: The Patient's Guide to Health and Healing (Get the book.)

"For example, zinc supplementation has been shown to improve sperm counts and motility, which increases the likelihood of successful conception. L-carnitine is another supplement found to improve sperm function and survival. We know that sperm, like all other cells, depend on the B vitamins for energy production and cell maintenance. These include thiamine, riboflavin, niacinamide, pyridoxine (B6), panthothenic acid (B5), folic acid, and methylcobalamin (vitamin B12)." - Russell L. Blaylock, M.D., Health and Nutrition Secrets (Get the book.)

"In perhaps the most favorable study, 74 percent of 178 men with low sperm counts had significant improvements in sperm counts and motility. Please note: l-arginine therapy should be reserved for use after other nutritional measures have been tried; other underlying nutritional requirements may be present and should be addressed as they cannot be corrected by l-arginine therapy alone. PROMOTION OF GROWTH HORMONE SECRETION One of the more popular uses of arginine supplementation has been to promote secretion of growth hormone by the pituitary gland." - Michael Murray, N.D. and Joseph Pizzorno, N.D., The Encyclopedia of Healing Foods (Get the book.)

"There are concerns about pesticides, herbicides, antibiotics, genetically-modified food, mobile phones, microwaves, amalgam fillings, falling sperm counts, mad cows, MMR - even milk. Farmed salmon is a Trojan Horse for carcinogens. Obesity and diabetes are on the march. There is a mass of documentation on all this. So what is the European Commission's big idea? 'Let's clamp down on vitamins and minerals.' It would be funny if it weren't so tragic." - Jacky Law, Big Pharma: Exposing the Global Healthcare Agenda (Get the book.)

"Experts continue to debate whether sperm counts worldwide may be dropping. We do know that in a Finnish study, the percentage of men with normal sperm counts dropped from 56 percent in 1981 to 27 percent 10 years later. A more recent study shows a steady rate of decline in sperm counts for North America and Europe, with inconclusive results for non-Western countries. If you're among those concerned about this problem, read on. Certain steps will help increase your chances of conceiving. If you smoke, quit now, because nicotine damages sperm in a number of ways." - the Editors of PREVENTION, The Doctors Book of Home Remedies II: Over 1,200 New Doctor-Tested Tips and Techniques Anyone Can Use to Heal Hundreds of Everyday Health Problems (Get the book.)

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