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Paternal Transmission

Meaning

Paternal Transmission, in the context of hormonal health and wellness, refers to the non-genetic, epigenetic, and metabolic factors passed from the father to the offspring that influence the child’s long-term health and disease risk. While genetic inheritance is well-known, this concept focuses on the quality of the sperm’s molecular cargo, which is sensitive to the father’s diet, stress, and hormonal status. The father’s metabolic health at the time of conception can profoundly impact the offspring’s predisposition to conditions like obesity, diabetes, and certain endocrine dysfunctions. This transmission highlights the importance of pre-conception paternal health optimization.