43 min
Ep 73 - Future Fertility Fears (Part 1): Are Sperm Counts Declining with Dr. Shanna Swan Man Up
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- Health & Fitness
In the first part of this two-part episode, hosts Dr. Justin Dubin and Kevin Chu are joined by the esteemed Dr. Shanna Swan, an award-winning scientist and renowned thought leader in the field. With over 200 scientific papers and extensive media coverage, Dr. Swan brings her expertise to shed light on the alarming trends and potential implications for the future of human reproduction.
They discuss Dr. Swan's eye-opening book, "Count Down: How Our Modern World is Threatening Sperm Counts, Altering Male and Female Reproductive Development, and Imperiling the Future of the Human Race" and reflect on the recurring news articles highlighting the decline in sperm counts, emphasizing the relevance of this topic in today's world of declining fertility rates.
As male fertility specialists, Justin and Kevin share their firsthand experiences of encountering an increasing number of patients with lower sperm counts. While acknowledging the ongoing debates and criticisms surrounding the data, they find the evidence compelling and raise concerns about the overall decline in health and its impact on fertility.
They also emphasize the significance of environmental exposures and the need to critically examine their potential effects on health. They draw parallels with past misconceptions, such as smoking, and underscore the relevance of this conversation for both men and women, as it extends beyond male fertility to encompass broader implications for female health.
Dr. Swan presents various perspectives and evidence, aiming to foster informed discussions among their audience. Join the conversation about the challenges and warnings associated with declining fertility rates in our modern world. Tune in now for free on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon, and YouTube.
Check out Fellow at meetfellow.com and purchase a semen analysis kit today.
In the first part of this two-part episode, hosts Dr. Justin Dubin and Kevin Chu are joined by the esteemed Dr. Shanna Swan, an award-winning scientist and renowned thought leader in the field. With over 200 scientific papers and extensive media coverage, Dr. Swan brings her expertise to shed light on the alarming trends and potential implications for the future of human reproduction.
They discuss Dr. Swan's eye-opening book, "Count Down: How Our Modern World is Threatening Sperm Counts, Altering Male and Female Reproductive Development, and Imperiling the Future of the Human Race" and reflect on the recurring news articles highlighting the decline in sperm counts, emphasizing the relevance of this topic in today's world of declining fertility rates.
As male fertility specialists, Justin and Kevin share their firsthand experiences of encountering an increasing number of patients with lower sperm counts. While acknowledging the ongoing debates and criticisms surrounding the data, they find the evidence compelling and raise concerns about the overall decline in health and its impact on fertility.
They also emphasize the significance of environmental exposures and the need to critically examine their potential effects on health. They draw parallels with past misconceptions, such as smoking, and underscore the relevance of this conversation for both men and women, as it extends beyond male fertility to encompass broader implications for female health.
Dr. Swan presents various perspectives and evidence, aiming to foster informed discussions among their audience. Join the conversation about the challenges and warnings associated with declining fertility rates in our modern world. Tune in now for free on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon, and YouTube.
Check out Fellow at meetfellow.com and purchase a semen analysis kit today.
43 min