Forget antioxidant supplements, try these tips to improve your sperm quality

home-remedies-erectile-dysfunction-1 Antioxidant supplements are commercially available to help treat male infertility. But a new study reveals that popping antioxidant supplements won't improve your semen quality. The researchers from the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development in the US, also found that such supplements do not improve pregnancy and live birth rates either. Infertility is a growing problem worldwide, affecting upto 15 percent of couples. And it is believed that about one in every three cases is due to fertility problems in men. Low sperm production, abnormal sperm function or blockages that prevent the delivery of sperm may lead to male infertility. It may be due to several factors such illnesses, injuries, chronic health problems and lifestyle choices. However, experts say adopting healthy lifestyle practices can boost sperm fertility in men and improve chances of conception in women. Here are some tips to boost sperm count and increase fertility.HIIT-655x353-1 Be Active and Exercise Regularly: Not only exercising will help improve your physical performance, but it will boost your testosterone levels as well. Low levels of testosterone, the male sex hormone, may cause infertility in some men. However, too much exercise can have the opposite effect.first-slide Don’t Take Too Much Stress: Prolonged stress may increase cortisol levels, which in turn may decrease your testosterone levels. Spend some time with nature, meditate, exercise or hang out with friends to reduce stress.Say-no-to-alcohol-1-1-3 alcohol and antibioticsherbs-for-men-ashwagandha-1-1 Include Ashwagandha in your diet: Studies suggest that ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) may increase testosterone levels and improve male fertility. One study showed that taking 675 mg of ashwagandha root extract per day for three months significantly improved fertility in men with low sperm cell counts.vitamin-d-benefits-sources-and-side-effects-in-hindi Get Enough Vitamin D: Vitamin D-deficient men are more likely to have low testosterone levels, according to a study. So, get enough vitamin D to boost your testosterone levels. Moreover, high vitamin D levels are linked to greater sperm motility.