
The Hidden Impact of Endocrine Imbalance: The Potential Effects of Heavy Metals on Fertility and the Application of Chelation Therapy
In modern society, environmental pollution has become an increasingly serious health concern, especially the contamination of heavy metals. Heavy metals, such as lead, mercury, cadmium, and arsenic, can enter the human body through air, water, or food. The accumulation of these toxic substances not only threatens overall health but can also unknowingly affect fertility, particularly through their disruption of the endocrine system, which may have long-term negative effects on both male and female reproductive health.