By Ian Jefferson
There comes a time in most committed relationships where couples decide that they want to bring a child into the world. Visions of chubby newborns dance in the heads of baby's mom and dad while hopes are high and optimism seems untouchable.
Weeks pass by. Weeks turn into moths. Maybe months even evolve into years. Something is wrong. Why isn't your partner expecting a child yet? Why does what comes so easily for some couples totally elude other couples?
What many people do not realize is that males do have some control over both their sperm count and the quality of sperm that they have. Modifying your diet can be a key step in improving the condition and quantity of your sperm, thus increasing the chances of you and your partner conceiving.
An improper diet can mean that your sperm count is low or your sperm are damaged. People who drink alcohol often have lower sperm count. An element in the breakdown of alcohol is even toxic to sperm. Caffeine is another food that has been linked to sperm motility problems and chromosomal abnormalities.
So, how can males change their diets in order to promote higher sperm counts and healthier, more motile sperm? Can I still eat foods that I enjoy while ensuring that my body is receiving the proper nutrition it needs to produce healthy, viable sperm? The answer to these questions is, "yes".
To understand how important diet lifestyle changes are to sperm, you first need to know a very important fact. It takes 100 days for sperm to replenish. There are some definite things you need to cut out of your diet and lifestyle immediately and during the entire time you are trying to conceive.
First, you want to avoid alcohol, caffeine, or any type of recreational drug. Consuming too much of any of these things is a guaranteed way to lower sperm count. Make healthier beverage choices. Water is always the best choice. Remember that a good portion of sperm is actually made up of water.
In addition to avoiding potentially toxic foods and beverages, you need to incorporate certain types of foods into your diet. One of these food groups includes amino acids. All of the proteins fall into this category, a food group that aids in sperm production.
Vitamin A is also an essential nutrient for high sperm count. Eating foods like fish, eggs, milk, and leafy vegetables ensures you take in enough Vitamins A. This vitamin also helps eliminate genetic abnormalities.
Free radicals are also important to consume. They protect your sperm from damage. You can battle against sperm damage by eating foods like blueberries, garlic, broccoli, strawberries, Vitamin C, or plums
Finally yet importantly, ensure your partner is eating a diet rich in essential fatty acids, especially if you are trying to get pregnant. These fatty acids are important in the proper development of the fetus.
Eating a balanced diet that incorporates every food group is the best way to go. Enjoy all types of food, but do not overindulge in foods that are unhealthy. Taking control over your diet can be instrumental in ensuring your sperm are operating at optimal level.
About the Author: Ian Jefferson has an interest in Male Infertility. For further information on Male Infertility please visit http://www.maleinfertilityhelp.com/maleinfertility.html or http://www.maleinfertilityhelp.com/blog/2006/10/31/diet-and-sperm-quality/.
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