How Effects of lifestyle factors on fertility in Male and Female – Dr. Suchika Mangal (IVF Specialist, Jaipur)

​Lifestyle choices significantly influence fertility in both men and women. Dr. Suchika Mangal, an IVF specialist at Vansh IVF in Jaipur, emphasizes the importance of understanding these factors to enhance reproductive health that lifestyle choices significantly impact fertility in both men and women.​

For Women:

• Age: Fertility naturally declines with age, especially after the mid-30s. Delaying pregnancy can reduce the chances of conception.​
• Weight: Maintaining a healthy weight is crucial. Both underweight and overweight conditions can disrupt menstrual cycles and ovulation, impacting fertility.​
• Exercise: Regular moderate exercise supports overall health and fertility. However, excessive physical activity may lead to hormonal imbalances and ovulatory issues.​
• Substance Use: Smoking accelerates egg loss in the ovaries, while excessive alcohol intake can affect ovulation. Both should be avoided when planning for pregnancy.​

For Men:

• Weight: Obesity can lead to hormonal changes that reduce sperm count and motility. Achieving a healthy weight can improve sperm parameters.​
• Exercise: Moderate exercise enhances sperm quality, but overtraining may have the opposite effect. Balance is key.​
• Substance Use: Smoking, excessive alcohol, and recreational drugs negatively impact sperm production and function. Eliminating these can improve fertility.​
• Environmental Exposures: Reducing contact with environmental toxins, such as pesticides and heavy metals, is advisable, as they can harm sperm quality.​

Dr. Mangal advises couples to adopt a balanced diet, maintain a healthy weight, engage in regular but moderate exercise, and avoid harmful substances to optimize fertility. For personalized guidance, consulting with a fertility specialist is recommended. Infertile couples may sometimes feel directionless, we therefore plan the best way to help couple get out of this vicious cycle by explaining them the available options and the best suited option in their case as per their personalized need. We actively involve couple in the decision making process. We, at VANSH IVF JAIPUR have successfully treated even the most challenging cases and this is what has made us the most trusted name in the field of fertility care in the city.