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Nutrition to Help Your Guy Have a Great Sperm Count!

Some cases of infertility, or subfertility (taking a long time to get pregnant) are due to poor sperm count. Many reasons for deficient sperm production have been found. While various factors contribute to deficient sperm production, optimizing nutrition offers a promising avenue to enhance sperm count and improve semen quality. Here’s how prioritizing good nutrition can bolster fertility and expedite the journey to conception.

Healthier sperm counts help a couple get pregnant more quickly.

Elevated sperm counts translate to increased chances of successful fertilization, supported by quicker replenishment of sperm count post-intercourse, enhanced sperm motility, improved morphology, and the presence of normal genetic material. Addressing these factors through nutrition can significantly augment fertility outcomes.

The membrane of sperm has to stay intact to protect the DNA within, so that means healthy lipids and healthy fatty acids like those that are found in omega-3s. We offer an Omega-3 with C0-Q10 that will enhance enzyme reactions necessary for so many aspects of our nutrition. Walnuts have been associated with better sperm counts, likely because they are high in Omega-3s.

It may not be the walnut itself, but it might be just the fact that men who eat nuts have better levels of omega-3 fatty acids. (By the way, women’s omega-3 levels help prevent miscarriages). Additionally, men who incorporate all nuts into their diets tend to exhibit higher levels of omega-3 fatty acids, underscoring the importance of dietary choices in sperm health.

In the Dec 2016 issue of international Journal of Reproductive Biomedicine there was a review of supplements that could help sperm counts. The antioxidants such as vitamin C, vitamin E, and CoQ10 intake. It is thought these help keep the DNA integrity healthy. Choosing food with these vitamins is helpful as well.

Beyond Supplements: Holistic Nutrition for Fertility: In addition to targeted supplements, several nutritional factors influence sperm health and overall fertility. Maintaining a healthy weight, moderating alcohol intake, and avoiding empty calories are integral components of a fertility-focused diet. By adopting a holistic approach to nutrition, individuals can optimize their fertility potential and increase their likelihood of conception.

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Suzanne Trupin, MD, Board Certified Obstetrician and Gynecologist and owner of Women's Health Practice, Hada Cosmetic Medicine, and Hatha Yoga and Fitness

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