Breaking News: Fast Food Lowers Sperm Count

Attention all men! A recent Harvard study concluded that eating junk food can affect fertility by wrecking your sperm count. Yikes.

The Science Behind Fast Food and Sperm Count

During a compulsory medical examination for aspiring soldiers in Denmark, Harvard researchers separated 2,935 young men into groups based on their dietary patterns. Those who followed “western” diets heavy on sugar, fat, and processed foods — including candy, pizza, fries, burgers, and energy drinks — were in one group. Results showed that this group of men have lower sperm count and lesser indicators of healthy sperm function in comparison to the “prudent” …read more