All about the life of sperm

An interesting take on the life of sperm by IVF experts of the best IVF centre in Ghaziabad – Gunjan IVF World.

Sperm Life span after Ejaculation

How long can sperm survive after ejaculation? That’s a very common question that most people have. IVF experts of the best IVF center in Ghaziabad – Gunjan IVF World provide an answer to that through this insightful article. Read to know more.

Myth: Once a man ejaculates, his sperm is active for a month inside a woman’s body

Fact: “The lifespan of sperm totally depends on circumstances. But, ideally it can survive for up to 5 days in the sperm-friendly cervical mucus,” says Dr. Gunjan Gupta Govil, Director Founder of Gunjan IVF World – the best IVF clinic in Ghaziabad with three other highly advanced clinics in Janakpuri, Meerut and Noida.

“Cervical mucus around the time of ovulation which is obviously very important helps protect the sperm and keeps it alive. It also makes it easier for sperm to reach the egg,” added Dr. Aastha Raheja, Consultant at Gunjan IVF World – the well-known IVF clinic in Indirapuram.

How to maintain a healthy cervical mucus?

“It is a well-known fact that sperm flow smoothly when there is apt amount of cervical mucus. If there is no or lesser amount of cervical mucus, it becomes difficult for sperm cells to swim up to the ovaries. Hence, it is important to maintain a healthy cervical mucus,” stated Dr. Garima Sharma, Centre In- Charge and Consultant at the leading IVF clinic in Janakpuri – Gunjan IVF World.

Here’s what you need to do to keep your cervical mucus healthy

Make sure you drink a lot of water: “You would be surprised to know that the cervical mucus comprises 96% water. Keeping the body hydrated helps in boosting the production cervical mucus. So, drink plenty of water,” said Dr. Anshu Dhar, a renowned gynecologist and Consultant at Gunjan IVF World – the best IVF centre in Ghaziabad.

Eat a lot of green veggies: Including plenty of dark green vegetables into your food is not just beneficial to your body but your cervical mucus too. Leafy greens contain folate which supports the healthy production of cervical mucus,” mentioned Dr. Shubhda Gupta, Consultant at Gunjan IVF World, North India’s most awarded IVF chain by ETHealthworld two times in a row.

Minimise caffeine intake: Water is necessary to maintain healthy cervical mucus. With lesser water, the cervical mucus becomes think making it difficult for sperm to swim. So, avoid beverages like coffee, alcohol for their dehydrating effect.

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