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August 2, 2025 7 mins

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  • Research shows consuming more than seven sweetened drinks per week reduces sperm concentration by 22% and negatively impacts sperm count, shape, and movement
  • Higher intake of sugary beverages lowers testosterone and key fertility hormones while increasing DNA damage in sperm — making conception harder and raising the risk of miscarriage
  • Animal studies found that sucralose, aspartame, and saccharin reduce sperm count and harm the cells responsible for producing sperm and male hormones
  • Sugary and artificial drinks increase oxidative stress, aging cells faster. They flood your body with damaging molecules that wear down sperm membranes, disrupt energy production, and accelerate aging at the cellular level
  • Cutting out sweetened drinks, avoiding processed foods with hidden sweeteners, and choosing whole foods high in vitamins and minerals will help restore your reproductive health
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