Diet, lifestyle factors and human fertility: what we know, what we wish we knew, and what we may never know - PubMed
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- Persistent downward trends in birth rates and semen quality globally have increased interest in understanding human fertility drivers.
- Modifiable lifestyle factors like diet, exercise, and substance use are key areas of focus.
- The level of evidence available often does not match the detailed information sought by individuals or medical professionals.
- Some questions about lifestyle factors and fertility may never have definitive answers due to the nature of these factors.
- The review covers diet (including supplements, specific foods, and dietary patterns), energy balance (weight management and physical activity), and substance use in relation to fertility.
- Identifies areas with strong evidence for recommendations, answerable questions that could advance reproductive medicine, and questions that may remain unanswered.