Men exposed to chemicals. (painting)

According to British Medical Journal Occupational Environment Medicine, men exposed to chemicals found in paint are two and half times more likely to have poor semen quality. The glycol ethers 0 used as solvents in conventional paints and stains - affect sperm concentration and motility (its ability to get around), as well as the quality of its DNA. Even if you're well past baby-making age, you'll want to choose your paints carefully. Most brands also contain volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and studies have linked exposure to these chemicals with headaches, nausea and damage to the kidneys, liver and central nervous system in both men and women. That is why, it is better to look for paints without glycol ethers and low - or no- VOC paints. Make sure you choose varieties with a VOC level of less than 10 mg per liter.