A low sperm count and other sperm quality factors can result in infertility. From 1973 to 2011, the sperm count of people in the Western world decreased significantly. This decrease may point to negative changes in reproductive health as well. Maskot / Getty Images Verywell Health acknowledges thatsex and genderare related concepts, but they are not the same. Exercise Regularly Research has shown a connection between obesity and fertility. This research also found that exercise increased serumtestosteronelevels....

Always consult a healthcare professional before starting new treatments, including diet. Some people may benefit from taking a multivitamin that contains these vitamins. Get your nutrients and antioxidants from foods as much as possible. SEBASTIAN KAULITZKI/ Getty Images If you are considering taking any supplements, consult with a healthcare professional first. Some of the changes you should consider include: What Causes Low White Blood Cell Counts? There are only a few major causes of low white blood cell counts....

Your gut is notorious for not liking a lot of change. We asked a few registered dietitians to share tips on boosting fiber intake while avoiding digestive issues. Add Fiber Gradually Your body doesnt digest fiber. Christopher Bernard / Getty Images When that happens, you get production of gas and other healthy nutrients like short chain fatty acids. If youve never done that before, your GI tract is not prepared to receive that....

Keeping a cast dry is critical to healing, with wet molds leading to skin irritation and infection. Along with skin irritation and infection, wet casts can causesome problems, includingfoul odorsand discomfort. Place your arm or leg into the plastic bag and secure it with medical tape or duct tape. Jaunty Junto / Getty Images Of course, depending on where the injury is, it will determine the size of the bag....

Additionally, these snacks allow people to play with different flavors and topping variations. Another perk of cottage cheese bowls is that theyre often quick and easy to make. The never-ending recipe combinations are also great for people looking to eat a well-rounded diet. Arx0nt / Getty Images The more variety we have in our diets, the better, Langer said. Its important to check the label when grocery shopping for cottage cheese to use as your base....

But rest assured: There are ways to find out if you are ovulating. Learn more about how PCOS can disrupt themenstrual cycleand how to tell if or when you are ovulating. This ultimately causes an egg follicle in the ovary to begin growing. Verywell / Ellen Lindner Two main hormones are involved in this process. The first isfollicle stimulating hormone (FSH), which stimulates the maturation of an egg. The second is luteinizing hormone (LH), which triggers ovulation, or the release of the egg....

Spices are unlikely sources of anallergy. With that being said, spice allergies have been known to occur. Some common spice allergies include garlic, celery, onion, cumin, and mustard. Verywell / Nez Riaz Sesame is one of the most common food allergens and is present in some spice mixtures. These irritate the mucous membranes of the nose and mouth. This may be mistaken for an allergic reaction to a spice. Get our printable guide for your next doctor’s appointment to help you ask the right questions....

Syphilisis a commonsexually transmitted infection(STI) that is characterized by painless sores. It is typically contracted through genital, anal, or oral sexual activity. It is known to be a highly contagious bacterial infection. Martin Barraud / Getty Images This article discusses the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment for oral syphilis. Martin Barraud / Getty Images Syphilis Symptoms Oral syphilis shows up when someone contracts the infection orally. When this happens, the initial symptom is one or multiple sores, known aschancres....

Another key test, theA1C test, measures your average blood sugar over time. If your results are normal but youre still at risk, you might need testing every three years. If you have prediabetes or borderline results, your provider may test you more often. Illustration by Joules Garcia for Verywell Health If you’re pregnant or planning to be,gestational diabetesusually shows up between weeks 24 and 28. If youre at higher risklike having a family history of diabetesyour provider may test you earlier....

Traumais an emotional response to an overwhelming and threatening event. Making sense of a traumatic incident and its aftermath is hard. Healing may feel impossible. Vladimir Vladimirov / Getty Images Reactions to trauma can beacute or long-term. Traumatic events can lead to disturbances or decline in emotional, physical, and interpersonal well-being. In some instances, reactions to trauma can lead to a diagnosis ofpost-traumatic stress disorder(PTSD). Verywell​ / Emily Roberts Examples of traumatic responses may include:...

The problem causes a buildup of food, gas, and fluids behind the blockage. It can cause cramps, belly pain, vomiting, andconstipation. With a partial bowel blockage, some food and stool can pass through the intestines. fcafotodigital / Getty Images It can often correct itself with changes to your diet or other nonsurgical treatments. This is more common than a complete bowel blockage, which entirely blocks your intestine and needs prompt treatment....

Water weight refers to the amount of water in the body. It is common to experience temporary swelling after eating foods high in salt or standing for an extended period. wera Rodsawang / Getty Images 1. wera Rodsawang / Getty Images Exercise Regularly Dailyexerciseprovides several health benefits, including preventingwater retention. Exercise often causes the body to sweat, and sweat causes the body to lose water. It is possible to lose a small amount of weight from sweating after a workout....

Healthcare providers recommend lifestyle and dietary changes to lower your cholesterol and improve heart health. Remember that in some cases, these strategies are insufficient, so medication is necessary. Foods to Eat (and Avoid) Changingyour dietcan play a central role in managing high cholesterol. wera Rodsawang / Getty Images However, excess drinking has numerous negative health effects, including on cholesterol levels. Does Anything Lower Cholesterol Fast? There is noquick fixto elevated cholesterol....