Is it really a headache to not be able to conceive a baby? Every time I see someone holding a little baby, I feel envious and wish I could have one too. You know what? Many people cannot conceive, and after going to the hospital for examination, the report shows that the reason is that the quality and vitality of sperm are not high, and some are due to sperm abnormalities. What can I eat to improve sperm quality and vitality?
Sperm is very important for male friends. Whether you plan to conceive or not, you should pay attention to your diet to improve sperm quality and vitality. Normal ejaculation gives men a strong physique. Modern medical research has found that semen contains more than 50 substances such as arginine, choline zinc, hormones, enzymes, calcium, and various vitamins. Experts suggest that in terms of diet, it is recommended to eat more products that nourish the kidneys and essence, nourish qi and blood, and promote sperm production, in order to improve the quality and vitality of sperm.
1. Calcium plays a crucial role in the movement, capacitation, maintenance of hyaluronidase activity, and fertilization of sperm. If the body lacks calcium, it can cause slow sperm movement and a decrease in the activity of sperm acrosomal protease.
So men should also pay attention to consuming more calcium rich tokens, such as milk, sweet almonds, bok choy, squid, coriander, shiitake mushrooms, mustard greens, pork rib soup, soy products, raisins, seaweed, shrimp skin, seaweed, golden needle vegetables, etc.
2. Arginine is the main component of sperm production and is required to enhance sperm motility.
Foods containing arginine include sea cucumber, sunflower seed, tofu skin, frozen tofu, eel, hazelnut, yam, cuttlefish and sesame, peanut kernel, loach and ginkgo, etc. Since ancient times, sea cucumber has been regarded as a precious treasure for nourishing the kidneys, nourishing essence, strengthening yang, and treating impotence.
3. In addition, the activity of sperm is related to the amount of fructose contained in the seminal vesicles
If the fructose content in semen is low, it can easily cause azoospermia. Fructose is particularly abundant in honey and various fruits such as pears, apples, grapes, pineapples, and sweet oranges, so it is important to pay attention to its intake. Products recommended by traditional Chinese medicine throughout history for nourishing essence, strengthening yang, and filling essence, such as river shrimp, fish swim bladder, sparrow meat, beef, dog meat, goji berries, walnuts, and chives, can also be eaten.
4. Consuming tokens containing magnesium
Magnesium helps regulate heart activity, lower blood pressure, prevent heart disease, and improve male fertility. It is suggested that men should have 2 bowls of oatmeal Congee with milk and 1 banana for breakfast. Foods containing magnesium include soybeans, potatoes, walnuts, oatmeal Congee, macaroni, leafy vegetables and seafood.
5. Sperm contains a lot of trace element zinc, which plays an important role in maintaining male reproductive function
Because zinc is a necessary substance for sperm metabolism and can enhance sperm vitality, it is necessary to eat more zinc rich tokens such as oysters, bran, animal liver, clams, shrimp, shellfish, peach kernels, milk, beans, lotus seeds, etc. Oyster meat has the highest zinc content among all substances, and attention is paid to its intake, which helps with the metabolism of nucleic acids and proteins in sperm and can improve sexual performance. However, it should be noted that the daily intake of zinc should never exceed 15 micrograms, as excessive intake of zinc can affect the effects of other minerals in the body. You can eat about half a pound of lean meat every day because 120 grams of lean meat contains 7.5 micrograms of zinc.
In addition, it is recommended to exercise moderately, quit smoking and limit alcohol consumption, avoid fatigue, avoid staying up late, try not to work in high temperatures for a long time, avoid exposure to some chemical toxins, and undergo urology examination in a regular public hospital to rule out organic diseases. Finally, I wish everyone a speedy pregnancy!
