A bad habit that women should stop practicing to have a successful pregnancy

A recent study reported that vaping may affect fertility, which requires women to stop this bad habit if they hope to become pregnant.

In the first research to prove a link between fertility expectations and e-cigarettes in a large population, analysis of blood samples from 8,340 women revealed that those who used e-cigarettes or smoked tobacco had lower levels of anti-Müllerian hormone (AMH), a hormone used to assess ovarian reserve. , and thus fertility.

The study found that AMH levels across all age groups were lower in those who used e-cigarettes compared to non-smokers.

Study author Dr Helen O'Neill, lecturer in reproductive and molecular genetics at University College London and chief executive of Heartility, said women should be advised to kick the habit to avoid thwarting their chances of getting pregnant.

O'Neill added: "This is the first evidence to show a link between fertility and vaping in a large population. It shows that AMH is suppressed in vapers compared to non-e-cigarette smokers, in a manner similar to what has already been shown in smokers."

E-cigarette use during pregnancy is often recommended only as an alternative to smoking traditional cigarettes, which are more dangerous to the fetus.

However, health experts point out that the risks of vaping during pregnancy are still unknown and it is best for pregnant mothers to stop completely if possible.

Some studies have warned of an increased risk of miscarriage. The risks of vaping on fertility are still less understood, so far, which requires more studies.

O'Neill indicated that the best advice is to completely stop this habit, rather than reduce it or consume in moderation.