Although some things may seem normal, in the long run they become harmful and, consequently, can lead to infertility. Some things go unnoticed, like drinking tea to lose weight, others are linked to the lifestyle adopted by each individual.Therefore, if you are planning to have children, know that your habits can make a big difference in the process. However, it is important to know, from now on, what to avoid and what precautions to take to prevent it from affecting fertility.
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What is in vitro fertilization and how does it work? What is ROPA fertilization and how does it work? What is the ideal amount of calories for a healthy pregnancy? 4 Common Habits That Can Cause Infertility Drinking Hibiscus Tea Although hibiscus tea has great health benefits such as helping control blood pressure and aiding in weight loss, it is among the common habits that can cause infertility. This is because the plant is rich in flavonoids, polyphenols, organic acids and vitamin A that can inhibit ovulation in women.
Therefore, consuming too much can cause temporary infertility by altering estrogen levels, disrupting ovulation. Therefore, its consumption is not recommended for couples of childbearing age.
Excessive intake of hibiscus tea can be harmful for those trying to get pregnant. Image: Shutterstock/New Africa Stress Among the most common causes of infertility, this one appears benign. However, stress can alter and reduce the production of important hormones for the reproductive system.
Therefore, if you want to avoid the physiological effects caused by high levels of stress, you need to take care of your mental health and adopt a less stressful lifestyle.
Being overweight Obesity has something to do with infertility as it plays a role in reducing ovulation. According to the Brazilian Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics Associations (Febrasgo), obese women are three times more likely to suffer from anovulatory infertility than older patients with a normal BMI.
Furthermore, obesity is a comorbidity associated with lower success rates in assisted reproductive cycles. Above all, several studies show that there is a negative impact of obesity on fertility, leading women to not ovulate, to have a lower ovarian response and lower quality of the egg, embryo and endometrium.
Obesity is linked to infertility as it plays a role in reducing ovulation. Image: Halfpoint / Shutterstock Antidepressant medications Both men and women who take antidepressant medications can experience fertility problems. This is because this type of medication has side effects, one of which is a decrease in libido. Thus, it can delay ejaculation and affect seminal production.
However, results from clinical studies are still inconclusive. A study of around 1,650 women undergoing fertility treatment showed that the use of antidepressants did not change 'obo' pregnancy rates. However, this type of medication was associated with an increased risk of pregnancy loss in the first trimester.
So if you're taking antidepressant medication and have plans to become a parent, it's important to talk to your doctor. He will be able to assess your case individually, provide specific guidance and, if necessary, adjust the treatment to minimize possible impacts on your fertility.