Eating a diet rich in select fruits can help men improve their fertility by increasing sperm quantity and quality. Dr. Doan Vinh Binh from the Medical Information Center at Tam Anh General Hospital in Ho Chi Minh City recommends incorporating fruits such as bananas, citrus fruits, avocados, watermelon, and apples into men’s diets to support their reproductive health.
Bananas are an excellent source of vitamins B1, C, and magnesium, which support sperm production and mobility. They also contain an enzyme called bromelain, which helps increase sperm number and mobility. Citrus fruits contain antioxidants that protect sperm from damage caused by free radicals and oxidative stress, while vitamin C in these fruits improves endurance for easier conception.
Avocados provide vitamin E to counteract the effects of reactive oxygen species and improve sperm quality. They also contain folate, which supports spermatogenesis and DNA replication, enhancing sperm mobility, quantity, and quality. Apples are rich in fiber and antioxidants, particularly flavonoid compounds, which can increase sperm count and protect sperm from oxidative damage.
Watermelon contains lycopene, a powerful antioxidant that protects sperm from oxidative damage and improves quantity, quality, and motility. Grapes contain resveratrol and quercetin, which protect against oxidative damage while the vitamin C in grapes improves sperm motility and reduces DNA damage. Mangoes contribute to improving sperm count and motility with antioxidants like vitamins C