Brenda Watson and Leonard Smith
See book keywords and concepts |  They've declined more so in places where pesticides are prominent, and male infertility reports are mounting like never before. Environmental exposure to heavy metals also has been the target of a few studies. One such study, published in a 2003 issue of Human Reproduction, reported that lead may be behind up to a fifth of unexplained male infertility cases. Researchers found evidence that even low-level lead exposure from household contaminants (e.g., lead-based paints, piping, plumbing fixtures, and contaminated soil) may damage sperm and contribute to male infertility. | | Studies are now pouring out of various institutions showing connections between exposure to toxins and male infertility as well. Sperm rates have fallen in much of the industrialized, Western world. They've declined more so in places where pesticides are prominent, and male infertility reports are mounting like never before. Environmental exposure to heavy metals also has been the target of a few studies. One such study, published in a 2003 issue of Human Reproduction, reported that lead may be behind up to a fifth of unexplained male infertility cases. |
Michael Friedman, ND
See book keywords and concepts |  These compounds have been associated with female infertility, miscarriages, and possible male infertility. Organophos-phate (OP) pesticides have also been associated with male infertility with increased LH production (possibly secondary to testicular damage) and reduced numbers of morphologically healthy spermatozoa.2 Hexachlorocyclohexane (HCH) alters melatonin synthesis from the pineal gland and thus affects sleep. DDE (the breakdown product of DDT) can accumulate in the adrenal gland and cause atrophy. |
Brenda Watson and Leonard Smith
See book keywords and concepts | | One such study, published in a 2003 issue of Human Reproduction, reported that lead may be behind up to a fifth of unexplained male infertility cases. Researchers found evidence that even low-level lead exposure from household contaminants (e.g., lead-based paints, piping, plumbing fixtures, and contaminated soil) may damage sperm and contribute to male infertility.
Epidemiologist and biostatistician Shanna Swan, Ph.D., of the University of Rochester School of Medicine has spent the past twenty years studying environmental reproductive risks. |
Stephen T. Sinatra, M.D.
See book keywords and concepts |  Until then, I will continue to educate patients, consumers, and physicians as to the amazing benefits brought by coenzyme Qi0 in treating a variety of serious degenerative diseases, including heart disease, high blood pressure, cancer, periodontal disease, diabetes, neurological disorders, male infertility, immune support in HIV/AIDS, and even aging itself.
This chapter describes how coenzyme Qio seems to support almost any tissue in need of metabolic assistance, repair, or help. |
Thomson Healthcare, Inc.
See book keywords and concepts |  Vitamin E is also used to prevent exercise-induced tissue damage, nitrate tolerance, sunburn, some types of senile cataracts, other cancers, as well as to enhance immune function in the elderly, intermittent claudication, osteoarthritis, and some types of male infertility. Along with other therapies, vitamin E may be an important adjunctive treatment in Alzheimer's disease, diabetes, hemodialysis, premenstrual syndrome, tardive dyskinesia, and some cases of variant angina. |
Alan R. Gaby, M.D., Jonathan V. Wright, M.D., Forrest Batz, Pharm.D. Rick Chester, RPh., N.D., DipLAc. George Constantine, R.Ph., Ph.D. Linnea D. Thompson, Pharm.D., N.D.
See book keywords and concepts |  Herbs that may be helpful
Asian ginseng (page 630) may prove useful for male infertility. One preliminary study found that 4 grams of Asian ginseng per day for three months led to an improvement in sperm count and sperm motility.49
Are there any side effects or interactions?
Refer to the individual herb for information about any side effects or interactions.
Holistic approaches that may be helpful
Acupuncture may be helpful in the treatment of some cases of male infertility due to impairment of sperm function. |
Abram Hoffer, PhD, MD, FRCP(C) and Dr. Jonathan Prousjy, DPHE, DSC, ND, FRSH
See book keywords and concepts |  Men's Conditions: Vitamin A can combat male infertility and prostate cancer. Lycopene is a carotenoid with interesting clinical uses. It provides twice the antioxidant effects of beta-carotene, and 10 times the antioxidant effects of vitamin E. Idiopathic male infertility is a significant problem that appears to be caused by an excessive amount of free radicals. |
Thomson Healthcare, Inc.
See book keywords and concepts | | Effect of ascorbic acid on male infertility. Ann NY Acad Sci; 498:312-323. 1987
Douglas RM, Hemila H. Vitamin C for preventing and treating the common cold. PLoS Med; 2(6):el68. 2005
Duffy SJ, Gokce N, Holbrook M et al. Treatment of hypertension with ascorbic acid (letter). Lancet; 354(9195):2048-2049. 1999
Fotherby MD, Williams JC, Forster LA et al. Effect of vitamin C on ambulatory blood pressure and plasma lipids in older persons. J Hypertens; 18(4):411-415. 2000
Gale CR, Martyn CN, Winter PD et al. |
Stephen T. Sinatra, M.D.
See book keywords and concepts | | All three of these miracle ingredients—D-ribose, L-carnitine, and coenzyme Cho—are being used right now in a wide variety of serious degenerative diseases, including heart disease, high blood pressure, cancer, periodontal disease, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, diabetes, neurological disorders, neuromuscular disease, male infertility, and even aging itself. But, for now, let's discuss how this triad can affect your cardiovascular future. We must first study the relationship between ATP and the heart. |
Abram Hoffer, PhD, MD, FRCP(C) and Dr. Jonathan Prousjy, DPHE, DSC, ND, FRSH
See book keywords and concepts | | Although arginine has been used for numerous clinical conditions, it is best reserved for the treatment of cardiovascular diseases, erectile dysfunction (ED) and male infertility, and improving athletic performance.
A number of clinical trials using doses in the range of 6 to 15 g of arginine per day have demonstrated improvements in blood flow through the coronary arteries, quality of life, and exercise tolerance. Not all of the studies have shown favorable therapeutic results, but the addition of arginine to standard angina treatment is probably a very good idea. | | Therapeutic Uses
Carnitine can benefit a number of clinical conditions, such as anorexia nervosa, various cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, fatigue (cancer-related and CFS), HIV-positive infection, hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), male infertility, kidney failure, and respiratory distress in premature infants. It can improve athletic performance and promote weight loss.
In a study of cancer patients, 15 of 18 were deficient in carnitine. These patients were given 250 mg each day, which was increased to 3 g daily. |
Jonathan V. Wright, M.D. and Alan R. Gaby, M.D.
See book keywords and concepts |  Thyroid hormone may also be helpful in treating male infertility. Thyroid hormone, in the form of triiodothyronine (T3), has been shown to increase sperm count, motility, or both. Of 45 men with reduced fertility who were treated with
T3, 18 (40%) improved markedly, and could be reclassified as relatively or highly fertile. Pregnancy occurred in the wives of 8 of these 18 men.17
Conclusion
Infertility is a complex problem in both sexes. Infertile couples should have a thorough evaluation to identify medical or surgical problems that can be effectively treated by conventional means. |
Gary Null, Ph.D.
See book keywords and concepts |  Another possible problem is male infertility, which occurs in 40 percent of all infertility cases. male infertility may be due to low sperm count, decreased sperm motility, or aberrant sperm morphology. There are several reasons this happens. Saunas and ultra-vigorous exercise can contribute to impaired sperm production. Further, a topic of some debate in Europe is the effect of birth control pills and estrogen-like chemicals on male infertility. These chemicals are not biodegradable by stomach acids and get into the environment, i.e., the soil, water, and through urine. |
Abram Hoffer, PhD, MD, FRCP(C) and Dr. Jonathan Prousjy, DPHE, DSC, ND, FRSH
See book keywords and concepts | | For idiopathic male infertility, 4 to 5 mg of lycopene daily seems warranted. For the prevention of prostate cancer, it is recommended that men consume plenty of lycopene-containing foods, and take 30 mg of supplemental lycopene daily. To reduce the loss of bone associated with aging, 5 to 10 mg daily should be sufficient.
For the treatment of acne, 50,000 to 150,000 IU of vitamin A (with vitamin E) can be given for several months. Once the acne clears, much smaller daily maintenance doses (15,000 to 25,000 IU) can safely be used for prolonged periods of time. |
Phyllis A. Balch, CNC
See book keywords and concepts |  It has shown promise in the treatment of arthritis, cardiovascular disease, male infertility, cataracts, AIDS, and high blood pressure. Selenium is incorporated into over twenty-five proteins, called selenoproteins, that play pivotal roles in a number of bodily activities, from activating thyroid hormones to regenerating vitamin C.
Selenium deficiency has been linked to cancer and heart disease. It has also been associated with exhaustion, growth impairment, high cholesterol levels, infections, liver impairment, pancreatic insufficiency, and sterility. | | Researchers at Britain's Medical Research Council and Edinburgh University scientists have found a clue to male infertility: gene defects that interfere with proper sperm production. Located on the Y chromosome, these genes are involved in producing a protein that contributes to fertility. Infertility results when a mutation disrupts the gene's normal functioning. More research may lead to new infertility treatments, including gene therapy.
Q If a woman has developed antibodies to her partner's sperm, it may help to have him use a condom for at least thirty days. |
James F. Balch, M.D. and Mark Stengler, N.D.
See book keywords and concepts |  Indications: Angina Anorexia Arrhythmias Athletic performance Cardiomyopathy Chronic fatigue syndrome Congestive heart failure Diabetes
Down's syndrome Heart attack recovery High cholesterol HIV
Intermittent claudication Kidney disease Liver disease male infertility Premature infants
Precautions: There is no toxicity with L-carnitine, but it should not be taken along with the drug pentylenetetrazol.
Dosage: Take 1,000 to 3,000 mg daily.
Carnosine
Description: This antioxidant substance is composed of the amino acids histidine and alanine. |
Michael Friedman, ND
See book keywords and concepts | | Organophos-phate (OP) pesticides have also been associated with male infertility with increased LH production (possibly secondary to testicular damage) and reduced numbers of morphologically healthy spermatozoa.2 Hexachlorocyclohexane (HCH) alters melatonin synthesis from the pineal gland and thus affects sleep. DDE (the breakdown product of DDT) can accumulate in the adrenal gland and cause atrophy.3 According to a study by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), 93% of autopsies conducted in 1982 indicated the presence of DDE. Organophosphates also seem to affect calcium metabolism. |
Mike Adams
See book keywords and concepts |  Male Impotence, male infertility, Libido (men's and woman's) and Low Sperm Count
Many men, when they reach their 30s or 40s, lose their sex drive and, for some strange reason, they think it's normal. Well, it isn't normal, guys—it's a sure sign that you have serious health problems—probably cardiovascular problems—and almost assuredly hormonal problems as well. So what are the underlying causes of this male impotence or low sperm count?
In terms of drugs, one of the most harmful drugs for male fertility is, in my view, statin drugs. |
Alan R. Gaby, M.D., Jonathan V. Wright, M.D., Forrest Batz, Pharm.D. Rick Chester, RPh., N.D., DipLAc. George Constantine, R.Ph., Ph.D. Linnea D. Thompson, Pharm.D., N.D.
See book keywords and concepts | | Nevertheless, double-blind trials are needed to determine conclusively whether acupuncture is a useful treatment for male infertility.
MEASLES _____
Measles is a potentially serious, highly contagious infection caused by the measles virus.
Infection is easily transmitted by kissing or being coughed or sneezed upon by an infected person. The recent introduction of an effective vaccine against measles has greatly reduced the number of cases in many countries, though some developing nations continue to experience serious measles epidemics in children.
What are the symptoms of measles? | | A review of research on vitamin E for male infertility concluded that there is no justification for its use in treating this condition.44 Controlled trials are needed to validate these promising preliminary findings.
Preliminary research suggests that oral SAMe (page 583) (S-adenosyl-L-methionine), in amounts of 800 mg per day, may also increase sperm activity in infertile
45 men. semen determines sperm motility (i.e., the ability of sperm to move spontaneously). | | While the majority of clinical trials have used L-carnitine, one preliminary trial found that acetyl-L-carnitine (page 461) (4 grams per day) may also prove useful for treatment of male infertility caused by low quantities of immobile sperm.3
Coenzyme Q10 (page 496) (CoQjo) is a nutrient used by the body in the production of energy. While its exact role in the formation of sperm is unknown, there is evidence that as little as 10 mg per day (over a two-week period) will increase sperm count and motility. | | There are multiple possible underlying causes for male infertility, some of which readily respond to natural medicine, while others do not. The specific cause of infertility should always be diagnosed by a physician before considering possible solutions.
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Vitamin C (page 604) (for sperm agglutination only)
Zinc (page 614) (for deficiency)
þ? | | Asian ginseng may also prove useful for male infertility (page 304). A double-blind trial with a large group of infertile men found that 4 grams of Asian ginseng per day for three months led to an improvement in sperm count and sperm motility.13
Asian ginseng may also help men with erectile dysfunction (page 185). A double-blind trial in Korea found that 1,800 mg per day of Asian ginseng extract for three months helped improve libido and the ability to maintain an erection in men with erectile dysfunction. |
by Michael Murray, N.D. and Joseph Pizzorno, N.D.
See book keywords and concepts | | Male infertility may be caused by a decreased sperm count due to zinc deficiency, and zinc supplementation may increase sperm count and motility, particularly in men with low testosterone. Zinc deficiency may be a contributing factor in the high rate of prostate enlargement in this country. It is estimated that 50 to 60 percent of the men between the ages of 40 and 59 have prostate enlargement. Zinc supplementation has been shown to reduce the size of the prostate in the majority of the patients.
The importance of zinc in normal skin function is well known. |
Brenda Watson and Leonard Smith
See book keywords and concepts | | Epidemiologist and biostatistician Shanna Swan, Ph.D., of the University of Rochester School of Medicine has spent the past twenty years studying environmental reproductive risks. In 2003, while at the University of Missouri at Columbia, she reported that men in rural Missouri had a 42 percent lower sperm count than those who lived in cities like Minneapolis and New York. |
Abram Hoffer, PhD, MD, FRCP(C) and Dr. Jonathan Prousjy, DPHE, DSC, ND, FRSH
See book keywords and concepts | | Idiopathic male infertility is a significant problem that appears to be caused by an excessive amount of free radicals. Lycopene has been shown to concentrate heavily in the testes and seminal plasma of men,
Based on these findings, it was speculated that dietary lycopene has a role in preventing oxidative damage of biomolecules and, most likely, in reducing the risk of prostate cancer. but is apparently in lower concentrations among men suffering from infertility. Thirty men were given 2000 meg (2 mg) of lycopene twice daily for 3 months. | | Although arginine has been used for numerous clinical conditions, it is best reserved for the treatment of cardiovascular diseases, erectile dysfunction (ED) and male infertility, and improving athletic performance.
Therapeutic Uses
Cardiovascular Diseases: Arginine helps a variety of cardiovascular diseases because it dilates blood vessels by increasing the production of nitric oxide (NO), causing blood vessels to relax and open-up. |
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