Diet influences semen quality

The male fertility It is conditioned by multiple factors, including lifestyle habits, especially feedingwhich can directly influence the semen quality and, therefore, in the chances of getting pregnant. This is pointed out by andrology specialists, who highlight that following a balanced dietary pattern not only contributes to general well-being, but also has an impact on key seminal parameters such as sperm concentration, morphology and mobility.

In this sense, certain nutrients play a particularly relevant role. “Folic acid participates in sperm production and cell replication processes. Therefore, it is especially important to improve parameters such as sperm concentration and morphology,” explains the doctor. Rocío Rivera, director of the andrology laboratory IVI Valencia.

For their part, the antioxidants —mainly present in fruits and vegetables— help combat oxidative stress, one of the main factors that can damage seminal quality. “Antioxidants contribute to reducing oxidative stress, which helps sperm to have better morphology and motility,” adds the doctor.

Likewise, the omega-3 fatty acids, Present in foods such as oily fish or nuts, they are key components of the sperm membrane. “They provide fluidity to this structure, which facilitates better sperm mobility,” says Rivera.

In addition to following these healthy habits, experts recommend avoid the consumption of ultra-processed foods, as well as reducing alcohol and moderating caffeine intake, due to its negative impact on oxidative stress and sperm DNA fragmentation.

“Taking care of your diet and maintaining healthy lifestyle habits can help improve semen quality and, thereby, improve the chances of achieving pregnancy,” concludes the specialist.

Within the framework of Father’s Day, experts emphasize the importance of men adopting healthy habits also when planning fatherhood, since small changes in day-to-day life can make a difference in their fertility.