Male Fertility

What Causes Sperm DNA Fragmentation?

by Dr. Lejla Fazlicic, D.Ac, L.Ac | Oct 27, 2026 | Male Fertility, Sperm DNA Fragmentation

Evidence-based · Written by Dr. Lejla Fazlicic, D.Ac, L.Ac · All key claims cited to peer-reviewed research The short answer: Sperm DNA fragmentation usually has more than one cause. Researchers describe three ways the damage happens: oxidative stress, a cell-clearing...

How to Prepare for IVF as a Man: What He Can Do in the 74 Days Before

by Dr. Lejla Fazlicic, D.Ac, L.Ac | Oct 24, 2026 | Male Fertility

Evidence-based · Written by Dr. Lejla Fazlicic, D.Ac, L.Ac · All key claims cited to peer-reviewed research The short answer: Start about 74 days before the cycle, because that’s roughly how long sperm take to develop [1]. The habits most linked to sperm health...

What Is a Normal DFI? Sperm DNA Fragmentation Ranges, and What to Ask Your Clinic

by Dr. Lejla Fazlicic, D.Ac, L.Ac | Oct 22, 2026 | Male Fertility, Sperm DNA Fragmentation

Evidence-based · Written by Dr. Lejla Fazlicic, D.Ac, L.Ac · All key claims cited to peer-reviewed research The short answer: There isn’t one normal DFI number that applies to every lab. Many fertility centers treat a result under about 20% as reassuring and 30%...

How Do You Prepare for IVF as a Couple Without Putting Life on Hold?

by Dr. Lejla Fazlicic, D.Ac, L.Ac | Oct 20, 2026 | Failed IVF & Next Steps, Male Fertility

Evidence-based · Written by Dr. Lejla Fazlicic, D.Ac., L.Ac. · 15+ years preparing couples for IVF · All key claims cited to peer-reviewed research The short answer: You don’t have to put your life on hold to prepare for IVF. A few changes have real evidence...

What Does He Actually Have to Give Up Before IVF? The Honest List

by Dr. Lejla Fazlicic, D.Ac, L.Ac | Oct 8, 2026 | Male Fertility

Evidence-based · Written by Dr. Lejla Fazlicic, D.Ac, L.Ac · All key claims cited to peer-reviewed research The short answer: One thing on his list is genuinely urgent and most men have never been warned about it — exogenous testosterone, in any form. A few things are...

Which Heat Exposures Matter Most for Sperm? The Evidence, Ranked

by Dr. Lejla Fazlicic, D.Ac, L.Ac | Oct 3, 2026 | Male Fertility

Evidence-based · Written by Dr. Lejla Fazlicic, D.Ac, L.Ac · All key claims cited to peer-reviewed research The short answer: Saunas, hot tubs, fever and occupational heat have real evidence behind them. Cycling almost certainly does not — when someone measured...