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11 Tips to Increase Male Fertility

April 9, 2024 Reviewed by Dr Hameed Ibrahim Khokar

Originally posted 2021-09-29 04:32:25.

Regardless of whether you are simply attempting to have a baby or have been trying to make lifestyle changes that will boost your potency, these 11 hints to improve male fertility will improve your general wellbeing as well as sperm count.

Add Antioxidants to Diet

Research shows that antioxidants in supplement form helped reduce DNA damage in sperm and couples had higher pregnancy rates when men took antioxidant supplements.

Antioxidants, that are known to improve sperm health are:

Zinc: Seen in beans, poultry, oysters, red meat and crab.
Vitamin C: From fruits & vegetables like kiwi, oranges, grapefruit and red peppers.
Selenium: Found in brazil nuts, beef, cod, turkey, tuna and chicken.
Vitamin E: Seen in nuts, oils, seeds and leafy greens.
Folic Acid: Found in leafy green vegetables, fruits, beans, peas, fortified grains and beef liver.
Lycopene: Found in tomatoes, pink grapefruit, apricots and watermelon.

You can add more of such food items to your diet or just take it easy and add a supplement to your food. Consult your doctor while choosing a supplement to avoid side effects.

Have Frequent Sex

Having regular sex all through the month is supposed to help men increase their fertility. Semen health is best when sex takes place within two days and around the time of ovulation. This is helpful when you are trying for a baby
You should have sex at least twice a week and not just around the time of ovulation to keep your sperm healthy and potent

Watch Soy Intake

A lot of soy may be bad for male fertility. Some researchers have also found that soy may help prevent prostate cancer. So, it is not a clear black and white. But if you are overweight or love soy, it is better to be cautious in your intake.

Avoid Toxic Chemicals in Workplace

If you are having difficulty conceiving, you may want to look at your job. It is seen that farmers, welders, varnishers, painters and metal workers have a higher risk of infertility.

The studies have not suggested a solution to this problem but common sense indicates that people should avoid contact with toxins in the workplace as far as possible is important. So, it is advisable to wear a mask, gloves and keep the body fully covered and protected from chemicals.

Quit Smoking

There are many reasons to quit smoking. To that, you can add the risk of infertility.

Research on smoking and semen quality shows that smoking affects sperm health, sperm counts, sperm motility and sperm shape adversely.

Smoking also has a bad effect on the success possibility of treatments when using IVF with ICSI fertility treatments.
Finally, this habit can harm your partner’s fertility as well. Research has shown that second-hand smoke causes lower IVF success rates and may even increase the risk of pregnancy losing the baby.

Keep Cool

The preferred temperatures for the male reproductive organs is lower than 98.6 F, our normal body temperature. High temperatures can damage sperm so keep your cool.

Keep these in mind to be sure you are keeping it cool. Avoid sitting for a long time, keeping laptops in the lap; also avoid seat heaters, hot tubs and tight undergarments.

Healthy Weight

Obesity may affect male fertility adversely. A way to improve your fertility is to bring your weight to a healthy level. The right weight helps hormone balance, leading to higher sperm counts and increase testosterone levels.

Check your body mass index (BMI) to find the right weight for your age and height and do the needful to manage your weight for better health and fertility.

Responsible Alcohol Consumption

Some studies say that with excessive alcohol, sperm count drops, its shape changes and the motility gets worse as well. Another study, showed that in couples undergoing IVF treatment, when the amount of alcohol intake increases, the risk of conception not leading to a live birth increased from 2 to 8 times, especially if the drinking occurred within a month of the IVF treatment.

However, it is also true that some other studies have said that there is no connection between male fertility and a few drinks. Therefore, sensible drinking is probably okay, especially if you restrict those drinks to a couple of times a week, instead of every day.

Also, as a precaution if you are taking IVF treatment, it is advisable to consider abstention from alcohol for the duration of the treatment.

Teeth and Gums Health

Did you know that keeping your gums and teeth strong can help increase your fertility? Studies have shown that male infertility is linked to a condition known as Bacteriospermia, which is identified by the presence of bacteria in semen. It is caused by untreated dental problems. Regular dental check-ups will keep your teeth and gums healthier and can even help to protect your fertility. Protecting your fertility is another reason for you to visit the dentist every six months.

Eat Veggies and Less Processed foods

The link between fertility and diet is often not understood. However, according to some studies, it is best for male reproductive health and fertility to avoid foods like processed meats, pizza, lots of refined grains, high-sugar junk food, and high-sugar drinks.

So, its corollary is that intake of veggies and fruits (like chicken and fish), getting more of healthier proteins and healthy fats (like nuts and olive oil) as well as more whole grains can improve male fertility.

Treat Underlying Medical Conditions

Treatment of related underlying medical conditions can improve your fertility. So, watch out for medical conditions like diabetes, sexually transmitted diseases, thyroid disease, Crohn’s disease, celiac disease, Cushing’s syndrome, and anaemia.

It is possible that you are unaware of having any of the above conditions even after having contracted them. So, do get regular check-ups done and consult your doctor before you get started with trying to conceive.

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