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Male Infertility
Male factors contribute to half of all infertility cases, and they are frequently underinvestigated.
Male factors contribute to 40–50% of all infertility cases, yet the male partner is often the last to be fully investigated. Sperm quality, not just count: is the real story, and sperm DNA fragmentation, which is not part of a standard semen analysis, is increasingly recognized as a major driver of unexplained infertility and recurrent miscarriage. The good news is that sperm quality responds quickly to targeted intervention.
90-Day Opportunity
Sperm take approximately 74 days to mature. This means that meaningful improvements in semen parameters can be achieved within 3 months of targeted intervention, in time for natural conception or assisted reproduction cycles.
DNA Fragmentation Matters
Sperm DNA fragmentation, damage to the genetic material, causes recurrent miscarriage and IVF failure even when count, motility, and morphology appear normal. It's rarely tested in standard workups.
Oxidative Stress Is Central
Sperm are highly susceptible to free radical damage from smoking, processed food, heat exposure, and environmental toxins. A targeted antioxidant protocol directly reduces DNA fragmentation and improves motility.
What You Need to Know
Frequently Asked Questions
References & Further Reading
This article is for education and is not a substitute for individual medical advice. For background reading, these independent health authorities offer evidence-based information:
- Erectile Dysfunction — U.S. National Library of Medicine (MedlinePlus)
- Prostate Diseases — U.S. National Library of Medicine (MedlinePlus)
- Hormones — U.S. National Library of Medicine (MedlinePlus)
- About Naturopathic Medicine — Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors
How I Treat This
These are the services I most commonly draw on when working with male infertility.
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