low sperm quality!!

In a study done on 474 males in Loma Linda, researchers discovered some very striking differences in the sperm quality of vegans and lacto-ovo vegetarians versus those who consumed meat. Yes, sperm quality! This is actually a very useful measure for assessing the nutrient adequacy of a diet. Studies at Harvard show that men who consumed the most fruit and vegetables had the worst sperm quality. These poor broccoli-munching fellows demonstrated both a lower number of sperm and sperm that seemed lackadaisical rather than the energetic critters they’re supposed to be. The study of Loma Linda males echoed these findings: “Lacto-ovo vegetarians had lower sperm concentration. Total motility was lower in the lacto-ovo and vegan groups versus non-vegetarians. Vegans had lowest hyperactive motility …The study showed that the vegetables-based food intake decreased sperm quality . In particular, a reduction in sperm quality in male factor patients would be clinically significant and would require review.”