Health claim

“Regular cold-water immersion (cold showers or ice baths) boosts sperm motility by about 15 %.”

Claim checked — weak evidenceMedium riskexercise

Evidence Summary

Limited or low-quality evidence — treat with caution.

Evidence is limited and mostly anecdotal; scientific trials have not consistently demonstrated a measurable benefit.

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Biohacking: The men trying to supercharge their sperm - What in the World, BBC World Service

BBC World Service

The BBC World Service piece explores various men who are experimenting with unconventional methods to boost sperm health, highlighting both scientific perspectives and personal anecdotes.

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Regular cold-water immersion (cold showers or ice baths) boosts sperm motility by about 15 %. — Evidence Review — MenHealth Digest