A new study published in Nature Communications reveals a link between cannabis use and fertility issues. Researchers found that THC, the psychoactive component of marijuana, is associated with lower rates of chromosomally normal embryos in both lab studies and IVF patient data. Exposure to THC increased chromosomal abnormalities in egg cells, potentially leading to miscarriages and birth defects. While the study acknowledges limitations due to IVF patient hormone use, it emphasizes the need for increased awareness of cannabis's potential negative impacts on fertility, particularly for those undergoing fertility treatments.

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