
Ten simple strategies for improving sperm quality
- Regular acupuncture treatment improves sperm count, morphology and motility. It also supports good energy levels and strong libido.
- Improved nutrition, including a high intake of chicken, fish, fruit and vegetables, preferably organic, improves sperm morphology. Conversely, high fat and salt ready- meals will deplete sperm count and concentration.
- Optimize weight to a BMI of between 20-25. Both high and low BMI may cause poor sperm quality.
- Keeping the testicles cool improves sperm morphology. This means no phones in pockets, no laptops on laps, and steer clear of saunas and hot tubs.
Acupuncture treatment reduces scrotal temperature.
- Taking a good quality preconception supplement for at least three months will improve both semen quality and general health.
Antioxidants Vit C & E plus Zinc and Selenium are especially effective in improving sperm quality.
- Cordyceps mushrooms not only improve sperm quality but also help physical endurance.
- Stop smoking and all recreational drugs to improve sperm quality.
- Stopping smoking increases sperm counts by 50-800%
- Cannabis use is associated with poor sperm morphology.
- Stop or reduce alcohol, especially before IVF as it can’ reduce success markedly. Even as little as 5 units/week has an adverse affect on sperm quality.
- Get checked for Chlamydia and any other low-level infections, as low-level infections, as low-level infections reduce sperm quality.
- Check medicinal drugs are not contraindicated, as some cause sperm abnormalities or reduce sexual function.