Low Count, High Stakes.

We’re half the men our grandfathers were.

Men are in serious trouble. Over the last four decades, sperm counts have plummeted by more than 50%, and testosterone levels have fallen by over 25% [1] [2].

Men today are producing half as much sperm as their grandfathers, and it’s not just a fertility issue – it’s a red flag for overall health.

So why aren’t we talking about this? A 50% drop in sperm counts sounds unreal, with no signs of slowing. For perspective, sperm counts are dropping by 2% annually [1]. At this rate, we’re heading toward zero.

Swimmer shortage: we’re running out of ammo.

According to research, we’re heading towards a future where the human race might struggle to reproduce naturally [3]. Sperm counts have plunged from 99 million to just 47 million per milliliter, and the decline is accelerating [1].

Currently, 1 in 6 couples has trouble conceiving, and 50% of these cases are linked to male factors [4].

Despite that, men often aren’t even part of the conversation. Instead, women undergo costly and invasive tests, while men’s health issues often go unnoticed until later.

The doctor will see you now… (after you’ve tried everything else).

It’s sadly simple – dudes don’t proactively go to the doctor. Men are 2x less likely than women to visit the doctor for annual exams [13].

More than 60% of men skip regular check-ups, and when they do, they prefer a quick fix over proactive healthcare. Around 90% of men wait until they’re symptomatic before seeking help [5].

The result? Often, by the time men address fertility issues, it’s too late.

This is an oversimplification, of course. There are many factors at play. Here’s the quick breakdown:

• Diet & Nutrition: Fast food and processed snacks? They’re killing sperm quality [6]. A diet rich in meat, fruits, veggies, and healthy fats is the golden ticket for better sperm health.
• Lifestyle: Sitting all day and skipping workouts? Our sedentary lifestyle is lowering testosterone [7]. Maybe it’s time to finally buy that desk treadmill on Amazon.
• Obesity: Being overweight doesn’t just affect your heart – it tanks testosterone [9]. Good rule of thumb: if it’s bad for heart health, it’s bad for fertility health.
• Substance Abuse: Alcohol, drugs, vaping, smoking, and steroids? All fertility killers. They can disrupt sperm production and shrink testes [10].
• Genetics & Blockages: Varicoceles or genetic disorders require medical intervention [12]. At-home fertility tests like SeedCheck help identify problems early.
• Environmental Toxins: Microplastics, pesticides, heat, and tight-fitting clothes wreak havoc on fertility [8]. Correlations exist between rising microplastics and falling male fertility.

How to save your swimmers: less plastic, more SeedCheck & SeedBoost.

The good news: your sperm resets every ~74 days, so you can make real improvement and see results quickly [14].

• Lift Heavy Things: Strength training boosts testosterone and sperm health. You don’t need to be a bodybuilder, just get in the gym [7].
• Dial In Your Diet: Prioritize protein, fruits, greens, and healthy fats. Supplements like SeedBoost fill key nutrient gaps [6].
• Know Your Status: Regular sperm testing is crucial. SeedCheck provides FDA-cleared at-home testing without awkward clinic visits [4].

The two guys who won’t let sperm go extinct.

Jack and I are cousins (and Co-Founders) from Southern California. Our goal is simple: help men take control of their health in a way that’s accessible and effective.

At Lifespark, we’re addressing these issues head-on. We’ve had close friends struggle with infertility on both sides of the aisle, and we want to empower couples to take control of their health. We started on the male side to catch up to the (awesome) offerings that are already available on the female side.

We’ve launched SeedCheck, SeedBoost, and the Fertility Accelerator – a 4-month program to help men successfully conceive.

Hit follow, save humanity.

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