Eat sesame seeds to improve sperm quality

Did you know sesame seeds can help you to improve male infertility and sperm health?

By: Bhavyajyoti Chilukoti | | Updated: January 4, 2018 2:47 pm

Male infertility is a treatable condition if you know the underlying cause of it. Not just allopathic measures, but different alternative methods are also quite popular to deal with male infertility. These include the use of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) including herbal remedies and acupuncture and several natural remedies. While diet does play a role in improving sperm health, it works best when used in combination with medications. However, there have been cases when traditional physicians used to prescribe sesame to promote male fertility. Yes, even several animal studies have proved that sesame can improve sperm quality and male fertility [1]. Here are most common causes of male infertility in India

Sesame for male infertility — how it works?

High level of reactive oxygen species in semen is an important factor in male infertility. Sesame has antioxidant properties, which inhibits lipid peroxidases and other enzymes that inhibit sperm motility and maturation in the epididymis. Moreover, sesame lignans have been shown to increase tissue tocopherol levels and potentiate the antioxidants activity thereby improving the quality of the produced sperm. Overall, sesame improves sperm count and motility and can be prescribed as an effective and safe method for male factor infertility [1]. Also, read about foods to improve fertility in men.

How to include sesame in diet?

As sesame seeds are easily available, it is wise to include sesame seeds in your diet without fail to reap its benefits. You can sprinkle few sesame seeds on soups or salads to reap its reproductive benefits. You can also enjoy sesame chikki (made with jaggery) or til ladoo, which is quite commonly consumed in Maharashtra and Gujarat. Sesame seeds can also be added to curries or used in the form of a paste to improve taste and nutritive value of the food. Here are few more reasons you should add sesame seeds or til to your daily diet.

References: Khani B, Bidgoli SR, Moattar F, Hassani H. Effect of sesame on sperm quality of infertile men. J Res Med Sci. 2013 Mar;18(3):184-7. PubMed PMID: 23930112; PubMed Central PMCID: PMC3732896.

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Published : January 4, 2018 10:27 am | Updated:January 4, 2018 2:47 pm

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