Preconception: Texas A&M Researcher Urges Men to Avoid Alcohol for Three Months
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Texas A&M University Today
Researchers at Texas A&M University have found that the effects of alcohol consumption on a father's sperm can last longer than a month, impacting fetal development and increasing the risk of fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS). The study suggests that men should abstain from drinking for at least three months prior to conceiving to minimize the negative effects on sperm and improve pregnancy outcomes. This research challenges the traditional focus on maternal alcohol consumption and highlights the importance of considering paternal drinking habits in preventing birth defects.