Sperm Health depends on various factors including Quantity, movement and structure.
Lifestyle can play a big part in sperm quality. You can take simple steps to increase your chances of producing healthy sperm including;
1. Limit Alcohol Intake
Too much alcohol can decrease your fertility. A study of people with Alcohol use disorder found that only 12% of the men had completely normal sperm count and health compared to 37% of non-smoker and non-alcoholic.
Higher intakes of alcohol were associated with Lower sperm counts, fewer normally shaped sperm and worse sperm motility..
2. Maintain Healthy Wealthy
One way to increase your fertility is to make sure that you’re at a healthy weight for your body. Research has showed that being overweight or Underweight can upset the body’s balance of hormones which can lower sperm counts.
3. Have Frequent Sex
If you want to have a baby, you need to have sex around the time of ovulation. But having frequent sex can also boost ovulation.
4. Reduce Stress
Stress can interfere with the production of sperm. It is important to get enough sleep and regular exercise. Try some relaxation exercise like meditation or deep breathing or get a massage.
5. Eat Healthy, Nutrient packed Foods
Men need fertility boosting food too. Research shows that dad-to-be need alot of vitamin C, E, zinc and folic acid found mainly in natural foods like veggies, Fruits, whole grains and lean protein.
Antioxidant rich foods like walnuts and again fruits and veggies have also shown to boost sperm quality.