Cannabis use harms female fertility, according to recent research from Toronto's CReATe Fertility Centre. Scientists examined 1,059 women undergoing artificial reproduction treatments and discovered significant reproductive damage. The study tracked 62 participants who tested positive for THC in their reproductive systems. Researchers analyzed egg development, fertilization success rates, and embryo chromosome health. Laboratory tests revealed that cannabis disrupts cellular structures essential for pregnancy.
Women with THC present produced fewer genetically healthy embryos than controls. The substance caused a seven percent reduction in viable pregnancies, dropping success rates from 67 percent to 60 percent. Cannabis exposure triggered chromosome distribution errors during cell division. Higher THC concentrations increased spindle apparatus defects that prevent proper embryo development. These cellular damages often result in miscarriages and developmental disorders.
Independent experts questioned whether age factors influenced the results. Critics noted that older women naturally experience more reproductive complications. The research lacked detailed consumption information about frequency and dosage amounts. Scientists recommend future studies examine different age groups and consumption patterns.
Women with THC present produced fewer genetically healthy embryos than controls. The substance caused a seven percent reduction in viable pregnancies, dropping success rates from 67 percent to 60 percent. Cannabis exposure triggered chromosome distribution errors during cell division. Higher THC concentrations increased spindle apparatus defects that prevent proper embryo development. These cellular damages often result in miscarriages and developmental disorders.
Independent experts questioned whether age factors influenced the results. Critics noted that older women naturally experience more reproductive complications. The research lacked detailed consumption information about frequency and dosage amounts. Scientists recommend future studies examine different age groups and consumption patterns.
