12 superfoods to improve sexual health and boost sperm count

Diet plays an important role in conceiving for both males and females. Eating a healthy diet and avoiding certain unhealthy foods can increase sperm count, say studies. If you have not been paying attention to your food habits so far, then it's time to do so in case you are planning a child. Here are tips by an expert.

Updated on: Mar 14, 2022 5:03 PM IST

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Men who eat a healthy diet including lots of fruit, vegetables, fish, and chicken have higher total sperm counts compared with men who consumed diets high in red meat, fried foods, and sugar-sweetened drinks and desserts, according to a study led by Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. If you are planning a baby anytime soon, eating these superfoods suggested by Dr Pavan Devendra Bendale, fertility consultant, Nova IVF Pune can help boost fertility and sperm count naturally. (Unsplash)

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Eggs: Eggs are loaded with protein and vitamin E which improve sperm motility, sperm count and protect them from oxidative stress. Try to eat in the quantity recommended by the expert. Going overboard is a strict no-no. (Unsplash)

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Asparagus: It contains Vitamin C which is necessary for sperm health. Having this green vegetable on a regular basis can boost the sperm count naturally. Moreover, it tends to save the sperm from free-radical damage. Ultimately, the sperm count increases and you will be able to enhance your reproductive health. (Unsplash)

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Berries: Strawberries, blackberries, raspberries, and cranberries are loaded with antioxidants. The anti-inflammatory properties in these berries offer much-needed protection from free radicals and help with healthier, stronger sperms. (Unsplash)

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Banana: Make it part of your diet as banana is rich in magnesium, vitamins B1 and C, and increase sperm production. Banana contains an enzyme called bromelain that helps with sperm motility. (Unsplash)

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Spinach: It has folic acid which encourages sperm production. (Unsplash)

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Garlic: Selenium, an enzyme found in garlic helps one to enhance sperm motility. (Unsplash)

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Pomegranates: Antioxidants present in the fruit eliminate free radicals present in the blood stream, and protect the sperms from getting damaged. (Unsplash)

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Tomatoes: They are loaded with vitamin C and lycopene which improve the sperm count. (Unsplash)

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Dark chocolate: Dark chocolate has an enzyme called L-Arginine that improves the volume of sperm. Try to replace your sugary dessert with a piece of dark chocolate. (Unsplash)

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Pumpkin seeds: They can do wonders to your reproductive health. The seeds contain antioxidants, phytosterols, and amino acids that increase sperm virality. (Unsplash)

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Carrots: It contains beta-carotene, an antioxidant needed for your sperm to prevent it from getting damaged by free radicals. (Unsplash)

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Walnuts: They contain omega-3 fatty acids and they tend to improve the motility of your sperms. (Unsplash)