Semen is a milky substance that contains sperm and is ejaculated through the urethra of a male. Its purpose is to fertilize the egg in the female reproductive system by getting as many sperm cells in there as possible. When sperm and semen count is low, there are several factors that can cause this such as smoking, drinking, being subjected to toxic pollutants and the use of steroids. But there are ways to increase semen production by making some changes in your diet.
Step 1
Eat some foods that contain zinc. Testosterone is a male sex hormone that is responsible for sperm and semen production. Zinc is a nutrient that can help boost testosterone. Some foods that have zinc include oysters, turkey, seeds, nuts and lamb.
Step 2
Try an herbal formula, like horny goat weed, which can be used to increase testosterone levels and boost the production of semen. Herbal remedies are used as alternatives to regular medications. Horny goat weed comes in capsule form.
Step 3
Eat foods like eggs, corn, peanuts, almonds and beef, which are sources of key amino acids. Amino acids are the building blocks of protein and they also are the main substrates that make a lot of bodily functions possible. There are 20 amino acids, but three in particular can help increase semen. They are L-lysine, L-arginine and L-carnitine. These are also available in supplement form. Incorporate some or all of these foods in every meal you eat.
Step 4
Eat high antioxidant foods like blueberries, raspberries, cherries, kale, apricots and pecans. Antioxidants are substances that attack and destroy free radicals, substances that form in the body and cause conditions such as prostate cancer. When antioxidant levels in the body are low, this can have a negative impact on semen.
Step 5
Eat a healthy diet. According to Reuters Health, "men with normal semen ate more carbohydrates, fiber, folate, Vitamin-C and lycopene than men with poor semen quality." They also ate less protein and fat.
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