The world’s population has become around 8 billion, but its distribution is uneven. Population is exploding in poor countries, while the population growth rate in rich countries is decreasing, which is emerging as a new crisis. There are many socio-economic reasons behind the decrease in population, of which health is also an important factor. The fertility of men and women has been affected due to health problems.
Lack of discussion on men’s breeding health
The reproductive health of women is usually discussed, but is cut off from talking about men’s breeding health. This can be due to the dominance of men in the society. But the disease and fire should not be hidden; It is necessary to find timely solutions to control them.
The world’s first sperm race is being held in Los Angeles, which may make you feel a bit strange to hear, but there is a big purpose behind it. The purpose of this race is to raise awareness about the breeding health of men and encourage people to discuss this subject.
What is sperm race?
The quality and speed of sperm samples participating in the sperm race is tested, giving information about the fertility of men. The event is being organized with the aim of making men aware of their reproductive health and motivating them to adopt a healthy lifestyle.
A new startup in the US has announced to organize the world’s first live sperm race, which aims to draw attention to male fertility. The event will be held on 25 April and will be tested for the speed and quality of sperm.
Aims of increasing awareness on male fertility
Founders of this startup believe that male fertility is an important issue which is not being discussed openly. Through this race, they want to make people aware of this subject and draw attention to this issue of public health. Since sperm are very small and they cannot be seen with normal eye, it will be held through the race microscope. The event will definitely attract people’s attention and promote discussion on male fertility.
The founders of sperm racing have prepared a unique event, which will have a microscopic race between sperm samples. This race will be held on the race made on the lines of human genitals.
High-tech organizing
In this event, the activities of the sperm will be closely recorded using high-resolution cameras and it will also be streamted live. Apart from this, there will also be live commentary, figures, and instant replays, such as compared to a game.
Betting on sperm race
The event will also have betting on the sperm race, where people will be able to bet on the sperm sample of their choice. Although the event may seem ridiculous, the purpose behind it is serious. The organizers of sperm racing aims to raise awareness on the issue of male infertility and promote open talks on it.
In the last century, the world’s population has increased rapidly, which has increased from 2.5 billion to 8 billion. However, this increase has not happened equally. The population has increased rapidly in poor countries, while the rate of population in rich and developed countries has declined.
Decline in birth rate
There has been a huge decline in birth rate in many parts of the world, causing about 50% of the population in countries where the fertility rate is less than 2. As a result, population has started declining in these countries, which is a major challenge for them. There are many reasons for birth rate reduction, one of which is the decline in fertility of men. This includes problems such as a decrease in sperm count, decline in testosterone levels, erectile dysfunction, and testicular cancer.
Male infertility problem
According to experts, the problem of fertility of men is responsible in about half of infertility cases. According to estimates, about 7% of men worldwide are struggling with this problem, however, the discussion on male infertility is less, especially in traditional societies where women are held more responsible. Due to lack of open discussion on this issue, the problem can increase even more, and men may have trouble becoming aware of their health.
The declining fertility of men is now being discussed, and many research suggests that the quality of sperm in men worldwide is decreasing. Sperm cells are men breeding cells that ensure pregnancies by fertilizing the woman’s eggs.
Characteristics of sperm cells
Sperm cells are different from other cells of the body and special. They can swim and survive outside the body. His characteristics include:
– Motability: Sperm cells’ swim ability
– Size-type: size and type of sperm cells
– Sperm Count: Number of sperm cells in semen
Effect of changing lifestyle
The changing lifestyle has affected all these characteristics of sperm cells, affecting male fertility. This is an important issue that requires attention.
According to the BBC’s 2022 report, Professor of Epidemiology Hagai Levin of Hebrew University, Jerusalam has said that from 1973 to 2018, the sperm count has declined by an average of 1.2% per year. Since 2000, this decline has declined even faster, in which the sperm count has decreased by an average of 2.6%.
Sperm count and conception
Excess of sperm count does not mean that the probability of pregnancy will increase, but less than 4 million sperm per milliliter can reduce the chances of pregnancy. This information can help in raising awareness about the fertility of men.
Reduction of sperm count is an important indicator of the decline in men’s health, and it is a serious issue related to public health that is necessary to pay attention.
Infertility problem in India
According to the Indian Assistant Breeding Society, about 2.75 crore people in India are struggling with infertility problems, including both women and men. According to the data, every sixth couple in India is facing the problem of infertility.
Responsibility for male infertility
In 40 to 50% of infertility cases, male infertility is an important reason. There can be many reasons behind male infertility, including:
, Changing lifestyle
– Food habits
– Increased pollution
Understanding these reasons and paying attention to them can help reduce the problem of male infertility. There has been a change in food and lifestyle over time, which is having a negative effect on male fertility. Increased use of processed food, consumption of saturated and trans fat, and lack of manual labor are affecting male fertility. Apart from this, stressful life, alcohol, smoking, and drug consumption are also damaging male fertility.
Hormonal imbalance
Hormonal imbalance can also affect male fertility. Inbutles, diabetes, and infections in hormones produced by hypothalamus, pituitary gland, and testis can negatively impact male fertility.
Environmental pollution is also damaging male fertility. Chemicals found in plastic, chemicals used in fire fighting, and chemicals used in domestic products can spoil the hormonal system and damage male fertility.
Climate Change
Climate change is also negatively impacting male fertility. Increasing temperature is negatively affecting sperm quality.
Changing lifestyle and age of becoming a father
People are now avoiding to have children for later times. In the case of men, it is not taken seriously, but many research suggests that the older age of becoming a father is responsible for the low quality of sperm and declining fertility.
To deal with this problem, it is necessary to change lifestyle and catering. Exercise, good catering, use of organic foods, use of BPA free plastic products, and alcohol, smoking, staying away from drugs can help improve male fertility.