That’s right, terrifying news.
We don’t want to alarm you, but we’re a little scared by this new scientific research.
Apparently bacon, as well as other processed meats, can make men less fertile.
A study from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health uncovered this concerning pattern, prompting Dr Rebecca Sokol, president of the American Society for Reproductive Health, to admit that “this study suggests that the type of meat a man consumes may influence his sperm’s ability to fertilise an egg.”
YOU STOP THAT DR REBECCA, YOU STOP THAT RIGHT NOW!
Don’t put down that sandwich just yet – some experts have suggested that bacon alone might not be the cause, but rather the diets of people who eat a lot of bacon.
“Perhaps it is not the meat that is the problem, but the dietary choices that men who eat bacon make. Healthier dietary choices usually correlates with a healthier lifestyle, which may overall increase fertility outcomes,” said Elizabeth Kavaler, a urology specialist at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City.
That’s more like it Elizabeth, ease up on the bacon-bashing, yeah?
It does mean that you’ll probably have to cut back on these though.
Bacon wrapped grilled cheese aka heart attack sandwich pic.twitter.com/tRLkznc9a0
— Kevin Muico (@KevinMuico) August 29, 2015
These probably aren’t great either.
Dont miss out on our #chewy #chocolate #SaltedCaramel #Bacon #brownie #Baked #fresh daily by #HomeboysBakery ONLY $3! pic.twitter.com/rDME1G7QJI
— The Lobos Truck-LA (@TheLobosTruck) August 22, 2015
And as for these? Well, you probably get the picture.
Double cronut burger with bacon and cheese !!! pic.twitter.com/95wB6TI13g
— CameraguyRob🇨🇦 (@CameraguyRob) August 15, 2015
We know they look delicious, but try to restrain yourself you bacon-loving monster.
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