The Impact of Lifestyle Factors on Reproductive Performance in the General Population in Ede Local Government Area, Osun State

This study aimed to investigate the impact of lifestyle factors on reproductive performance in the general population in Ede Local Government Area, Osun State. A cross-sectional study was used to select 200 respondents through stratified random sampling technique from the study area. The study found that several lifestyle factors significantly impact reproductive performance, including age, weight, smoking, diet, exercise, psychological stress, caffeine consumption, and exposure to environmental pollutants. The results showed that age, weight, and smoking have a strong negative correlation with reproductive performance, while diet, exercise, and psychological stress have a positive correlation. The study also found that caffeine consumption and exposure to environmental pollutants have a mixed impact on reproductive performance. The study concluded that lifestyle modification can assist couples to conceive spontaneously or optimise their chances of conception with assisted reproductive technology (ART) treatment. The findings of this study highlight the importance of considering lifestyle factors in managing reproductive health and the need for further research on the relationship between lifestyle factors and reproductive performance.