Dr.Anita Mani
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Regular intake of healthy food will go a long way in improving male fertility.A diet including lot of salads, raw vegetables and fruits which are loaded with antioxidants and vitamins helps to keep the sperm healthy.Many of the vitamins are lost in the process of cooking especially when they are cooked for a prolonged time or deep fried.
Fresh water small fishes and oysters are not only low in mercury but also are rich in omega 3 fatty acids and trace elements like zinc which are essential for sperm production and function.
Another magic food is nuts which will provide plant protein and essential fatty acids, and is a good alternative to taking red meat, high in saturated fat .
Avoid snacking on bakery items like cakes, biscuits, pastries as they contain nothing but empty calories.They do not have nutritious ingredients and is packed with harmful stuff like tranfat from processed fat.Some of the chemical preservatives used can cause abnormalities in babies.Substitute maida with whole grains as they have more fibre and vitamin content
Taking lot of fruits, especially the home grown fruits like banana, guava, mango, jackfruit, chickoo etc are very healthy, as they have plenty of vitamins and are chemical and pesticide free .The sheer act of gardening to grow these fruits is a good form of exercise which will keep men fit and healthy.Research has proven that gardening is one of the best ways of relaxation.
Drinking boiled well water is much better than drinking chemically treated bottled and canned water, if soft water is available in wells .Use mud pots or glass jars instead of plastic containers, as these contain chemicals called parabens and phthalates, which has clear links with infertility .
and fruits are going to provide plenty of vitamins .
Vitamins gets lost in the process of cooking , especially deep cooking and frying .
