Many people may think that preparing for pregnancy is solely the responsibility of the woman, and that men can go their own way without making any preparations. However, this is not the case. If men do something they shouldn't do or eat something they can't during the preparation period, it may affect the success rate of pregnancy. Therefore, men should also pay attention to their diet during the preparation period. So, what should men eat during the preparation period?
What do men eat during pregnancy preparation?
1. The diet contains zinc, folate, and other foods rich in antioxidants
These foods are necessary to ensure the normal functioning of sperm in the male body and can also eliminate some malformed sperm. Low zinc content in men's bodies is an important factor in infertility, so before pregnancy, men should consume 12-15 milligrams of zinc per day, which can be obtained from refined beef, lean meat, black rice, chicken legs, or chicken wings.
2. Reduce alcohol tolerance, preferably quitting drinking
Research has shown that drinking alcohol can affect the quality of sperm in men. Excessive drinking can lead to hormonal imbalances, decreased testosterone levels, reduced sperm maturation, decreased sperm production, and an increase in malformed sperm in semen. Of course, moderate alcohol consumption has not yet been found to have any impact on male fertility, but the editor reminds expectant fathers that it is best not to drink alcohol during pregnancy.
3. If you love coffee, you can continue to drink it
Pregnant women should not drink coffee, as it can lead to miscarriage and the birth of low birth weight fetuses. However, there is currently no research indicating the potential harm of coffee consumption by expectant fathers before pregnancy to fertility. Even studies have shown that regular coffee consumption by men can improve sperm motility and antioxidant levels. The motility of sperm seems to increase with an increase in coffee intake.
What fruits are good for men to eat during pregnancy preparation?
1. Litchi: After eating lychee, do not throw away the lychee pits. Crush 15-20 lychee pits and rinse with water to treat testicular swelling and pain.
2. Lotus seeds: Take 15 grams of fresh lotus seeds from the green bud core in the center of the lotus seeds, which should not be peeled off, and decoct them with water to treat excessive nocturnal emissions.
3. Grapes: 250 grams of fresh grapes, peeled and mashed, mixed with an appropriate amount of warm water, taken once or twice a day for two weeks, can treat prostatitis and short, red, and painful urination.
4. Kiwi: 50 grams of fresh kiwi, 250 milliliters (about 1 teacup) of mashed and heated water, mixed well before drinking, can treat urinary discomfort and pain after prostatitis.
5. Mango: 10g mango kernels, crushed and boiled in water, taken twice a day for two weeks, can treat orchitis and testicular swelling and pain.
Now everyone understands what men should eat during the preconception period. If men can pay the same attention as women and eat more foods that are helpful for the quality and quantity of sperm during the preconception period, it can increase the chances of pregnancy to a certain extent, and effectively improve the quality of the fetus, which is very beneficial for the fetus.
