Top 10 superfoods that increase your sperm count. From pomegranate to dark chocolate, we reveal the 10 foods that boost male fertility (and why it's time to ditch the coffee)
#1. THE TOMATOES - For Sperm Count
Fruit? Vegetable? Either way, this superfood is ready to boost your sperm count. Tomatoes are one of the best food sources of the antioxidant lycopene. There have been several studies undertaken on lycopene and male fertility, and it has been found to significantly improve the sperms ability to swim by reducing potentially damaging reactive oxygen species activity, and structure of sperm. The best part - Lycopene is more available in cooked or processed tomatoes, so use tomato puree for a real hit, and add olive oil to aid absorption of this fat-soluble antioxidant.
#2. THE WALNUT. For Sperm Count
Warning: We’re about to get a little nuts here. Walnuts that is! Walnuts are rich in omega 3 fatty acids, and according to a study by the Society for the Study of Reproduction, eating 2.5 oz or around 75g of walnuts - about a handful daily - is linked with increased sperm vitality, motility and morphology. Walnuts are also a source of Coenzyme Q10. Like many of the foods listed here, the Coenzyme Q10 in walnuts protect sperm, while also helping sperm generate energy more efficiently. They’re a great way to add flavour and crunch to salads or as a nutritious mid afternoon snack to help manage blood sugar levels. Unlike a lot of the Superfoods listed here, a handful of walnuts can be eaten everyday! Go ahead, get crackin’ and munch on a few walnuts.
#3. PUMPKIN SEEDS - For Sperm Count & Libido
These seeds are high in zinc, which plays an important role in sperm development and testosterone production. Pumpkin seeds are also loaded with omega-3 fatty acids, which stimulate blood flow to sexual organs and improve sexual function. Hmmm - very good things when a man is being called to “duty”. They are also rich in several other essential minerals and vitamins. Choos
