Why Male Infertility Is Rising & Testosterone Levels Dropping | Leading Fertility Doctor Explains

Most conversations about fertility focus on women. But here’s the truth: up to 50% of infertility cases are male and men’s reproductive health is a powerful window into their overall wellbeing, longevity, and disease risk. This week’s guest, Professor Suks Minhas, world-leading consultant urologist and expert in male fertility is here to change how we think about men’s health. With decades of clinical and research expertise, he reveals why sperm counts are falling, what it really says about men’s health today, and the practical steps every man can take to protect his future. Together we explore: – Why male infertility makes up half of cases and why it’s rarely discussed – The surprising links between sperm health, testosterone, and metabolic disease – DNA fragmentation: the overlooked cause of “unexplained infertility” – How lifestyle, stress, alcohol, and obesity directly affect fertility – The role of endocrine disruptors and environmental toxins in declining sperm quality – Fertility preservation: should men also consider freezing their sperm? – Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT): who it helps, who it harms, and why it can act as a male contraceptive – Actionable, evidence-based ways to optimise male fertility and long-term health This isn’t just a conversation about reproduction. It’s a wake-up call for men’s health, fertility, and longevity. Whether you’re thinking about children, or simply want to future-proof your health, this episode gives you the clarity to take action. Love, Sarah Ann 💛 *** 🌟 The Heracles Project 🌟 What does it mean to truly live well? Discover the UK’s first evidence-based longevity platform, designed to help you optimise your health, performance, and potential. Launching this month - Sign up now for early access 👇 🌐 Sign up: https://heracles.health📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heracleshealth/ *** This episode is sponsored by: NOWATCH: The compassionate health tracker Connecting body and mind with unique stress recovery insights so you can live fully today. 15% off with code LWBW15 at nowatch.com *** Let’s be friends! 📷 Instagram:  / sarahannmacklin 📹 Subscribe:   / @livewellbewellsarah   🐦 Twitter:  / sarahannmacklin   📱 TikTok:  / sarahannnutrition   💌 Newsletter: https://sarahmacklin.substack.com/ *** If you enjoyed this episode you might also like: Your Period Isn’t Just a Period | Hormones, Red Flags, Fertility & Women’s Health | Dr Hazel Wallace https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C--vYFyHAEw⁠ Could Your Daily Meals Be Loaded With Microplastics? Hormone Disruptors & Health Risks ⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j-GtzRoNm18 ExplainedHow Psychedelics Change the Brain: MDMA, Psilocybin, Benefits & Risks | Dr. Rick Doblin⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OL7pZgcIp9A *** Sign up to Sarah’s Compassionate Cure newsletter:  Science Simplified, Health Humanised. Join thousands in exploring actionable insights that prioritise compassion, clarity, and real-life impact. https://sarahmacklin.substack.com/ *** Highlights: Is Male Infertility Linked to Men’s Health? (00:00:00) Does Age Affect Male Fertility Too? (00:06:20) Lifestyle and DNA Damage in Male Fertility (00:12:10) Sperm Quality, Fertility and Cancer Risk (00:18:46) What Are Endocrine Disruptors Doing to Fertility? (00:23:30) Nutrition and Supplements for Male Fertility (00:28:14) The Impacts of Stress and Sperm Freezing (00:36:50) Natural Ways To Increase Testosterone (00:43:34) When Should Men Consider TRT? (00:47:05) How Men Can Protect Fertility and Longevity (00:56:46) *** Love what you’re hearing? My small ask is to please rate and review Live Well Be Well. This helps the show expand and allows me to keep producing these with the best quality guests. It means a huge amount to me, so thank you.