New Hope For Infertile Men as Scientists Grow Sperm Outside Body


Updated 01/05/12 11:49 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Male Infertility News

Go sperm! We tend to think of infertility mainly as an affliction of the fairer sex, but this is far from the truth: the last 50 years have seen an increase in the problem of male infertility coinciding with a huge decrease in reported sperm counts. A major breakthrough was made recently as German and Israeli scientists grew mouse sperm outside of the body using just a few cells retrieved from Read more

Heads Up Guys: Your Cell Could Be Reducing Your Sperm Count


Updated 08/19/11 10:25 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Cell Phone Radiation Reduces Sperm Count

We already know that cell phones might be bad for your health, but a new study shows that they could also be bad for your reproductive goals. According to an Italian report in the Journal of Andrology, cell phones could reduce sperm count. Though scientists haven't confirmed if a GSM or CDMA signal can inflict more damage, the study did show that men who carry their cell in their front pocket Read more

If We Can Make Sperm, What Good Are Men?


Updated 09/01/09 10:35 PM · Posted by TresSugar · 26 comments

Can Stem Cells Make Sperm?

Have you ever dreamed of a world without men? Some scientists have hoped for years that someday, somehow, they'd create sperm without the mess and fuss of sex and men. Well, that day is near. Or here, according to one professor at the Northeast England Stem Cell Institute, who says he's doctored up the world's first embryotic sperm. Other sperm specialists (their mothers must be proud) are not so Read more

Should Mother Be Able to Preserve Son's Sperm?


Updated 05/01/09 2:47 PM · Posted by LilSugar · 10 comments

Should Mother Be Able to Preserve Son's Sperm?

A Texas judged ruled that a mother could preserve her deceased son's sperm. Nikolas Evans, 21, died last week after being attacked in Austin, and his mom, Marisa Evans, requested the sperm so she can fulfill her son's wish of having children. It is said that she will seek a surrogate at a later date. What's your opinion of this situation? Should Mother Be Able to Preserve Son's Read more

Higher IQ Equals Better Sperm?


Updated 12/19/08 9:43 AM · Posted by · 21 comments

Higher IQ Equals Better Sperm?

When looking for the right guy, I'm sure you have a list of traits he must possess, such as a good sense of humor, attractive appearance, subtle sensitivity, and an honest heart. A smart guy is a plus, too; intelligence goes a long way in my book, and as it turns out, sharp guys can not only help with your taxes, but they may also help in the baby-making department. Studies show a connection Read more

Need a Reason to Lose Weight?


Updated 11/15/08 10:22 PM · Posted by · 10 comments

Need a Reason to Lose Weight?

If you need another reason to keep your weight down, especially this holiday season, use better sex as your motivator! As stated in the December issue of Glamour magazine, research shows that sustaining a healthy weight can actually boost sex drive and fertility in both men and women. Mary Jane Minkin, MD, explains that extra body fat makes extra estrogen which has the ability to hinder ovulation Read more

Test Your Sperm Smarts


Updated 10/10/08 8:17 PM · Posted by · 22 comments

Test Your Sperm Smarts

If your period has ever been late, you know how scary and stressful it can be if you're not trying to get pregnant. Knowing some basic facts about sperm and the male body can help prevent an unexpected pregnancy, or help you avoid the anxiety of worrying that you are pregnant. So take this short quiz to make sure you're up on your sperm smarts. Source Take the Quiz Read more

Cell Phone Use May Affect Sperm


Updated 09/23/08 3:00 PM · Posted by · 6 comments

Cell Phone Use May Affect Sperm

Many people think men have it a lot easier than women when it comes to making babies, but they have to do their part as well — especially when it comes to taking care of their sperm, since so many things can affect them. Eating soy may decrease their sperm count, spending too much time in hot tubs can also have the same effect (although temporarily), and now men have to worry about their cell Read more

What's the Connection Between Soy and Sperm Count?


Updated 09/28/08 9:26 AM · Posted by · 9 comments

What's the Connection Between Soy and Sperm Count?

With all this talk about meat and dairy products causing heart problems, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol, more people are switching to alternative foods made with low fat, high protein soy. Tofu, soy milk, and fermented soy products such as tempeh, miso soup, and soy sauce are just a few, and so many people are adding them to their diets to be healthier. Some rumors have been spread Read more

What's the Deal With Dry Orgasms?


Updated 11/08/07 4:00 PM · Posted by · 10 comments

What's the Deal With Dry Orgasms?

A while ago, I answered a question about a woman who was dating a guy who lost both of his testicles in a car accident. It wasn't clear if this man could have an erection or an orgasm, but that post brought up many questions about orgasms and how it's possible to have one if you don't have any semen. Here's the deal. Some men have what's called a dry orgasm. This means that they can have an Read more