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Key Points
- Semen contains sperm, secretions from prostate and seminal vesicles; bulbourethral glands deliver nutrients, and enable sperm transfer. Semen also contains several substances like enzymes, nutrients, potassium, calcium, and amino acids
- The number of times you can ejaculate – to release sperm – has no optimal count. It varies from one individual to another. Number of ejaculations in a week is a factor of your overall health, age, and sexual activity
- During a week, you can ejaculate and release sperm numerous times without any pre-set limit. There is no medical guidance on how often a man should ejaculate in a week’s time
Sperm cells look like tadpoles. They carry genetic materials And their main function is to fertilize a female egg. Male reproductive organs produce semen – a more complex fluid, in which sperm cells swim.
A 2017 study revealed partnered sex and ejaculation is most frequent among males between the age group 25 and 29, where ~ 69% reporting vaginal intercourse during the month prior to the study. This is slightly lesser than the number of males in their 30s – this hovered at ~ 63%.
Males in their 30s show a continuing decline as their age increases. Therefore, age and ejaculation are closely linked, and age does determine the number of times you ejaculate per week.
Your seminal vesicles and prostate gland together produce semen. There are no evidence of negative effects sperm-release causes on your health. However, there are a few health benefits associated with frequent release of sperm.
Healthy Sperm Count In Men
A minimum of 15 million sperm per milliliter of semen is labelled as healthy sperm count. The World Health Organization (WHO) states so. It also cites normal sperm concentration declines as men age.
However, several factors can affect your sperm count. It includes your age, lifestyle, environmental factors, and medical conditions – if any.
Male fertility depends on a healthy sperm count. This is vital. A low count of sperm cells can affect their ability to fertilize a female egg. You can undergo semen analysis – a common test to assess your sperm count, morphology, and motility, and thus identify potential fertility issues.
Sperm count can be improved through a few changes made to your daily lifestyle. A healthy lifestyle including a balanced diet, regular workout regimen, avoiding use of alcohol and staying away from smoking of tobacco, stress management, etc., are known to improve your sperm count.
You are advised to undergo a thorough medical evaluation if you have concerns about your sperm count. Your caregiving team will examine you and offer guidance about ways to improve your sperm count and also boost the health of sperm cells.
Types Of Infections Sperm Cells Can Be Affected By
Several types of infections can spread through sperm cells. It is possible to get Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) that can spread to your partner through sperm cells. Some of the sexually transmitted infections that spread through your sperm are syphilis, herpes, chlamydia, hepatitis B, gonorrhea, and HIV.
Other infections that transmit through your sperm include:
- Pyospermia – a rare medical condition where your semen has a high number of white blood cells, often related to infection or inflammation
- Chlamydial conjunctivitis – is a type of sexually transmitted infection resulting from contact with semen in your eyes
 Food That Help Improve Your Sperm Count
There are several food choices available to boost your sperm count. You can have a few good-quality foods; those rich in nutrients like zinc, omega-3 fatty acids, folate, and antioxidants.
You can also go for walnuts, avocado, fatty fish (salmon, mackerel, etc.), citrus fruits – oranges or lemons, eggs, dark chocolate, and dark-leafy greens. Oysters are rich in zinc content and they provide minerals essential for your testosterone production and overall sperm-health. Pumpkin seeds are a good choice, rich in antioxidants. Garlic improves blood-circulation to reproductive organs; it protects sperm from damage(s). In addition, garlic is also rich in selenium – promoting sperm quality.
On the contrary, you may need to avoid certain foods known to have a negative impact on your sperm count i.e. these food items may bring down such counts.
Some of these foods include foods high on Trans-fats, processed meats, high-fat dairy products, and intake of soy products. Moreover, if you consume caffeine and alcohol excessively, it might affect your sperm health and reduce sperm count.
You are advised to talk to a qualified dietitian to know of foods that can boost sperm health. Above all, if your sperm count is low, and unable to meet-up with your personal expectations (like inability to make your partner conceive even after having unprotected sex for long), you can approach your caregiver for needful assistance.
URL Reffered
- https://www.reproductivefacts.org/news-and-publications/fact-sheets-and-infographics/sperm-dna-integrity-testing-what-is-it/
- https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8039607/
- https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5643647/
- https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/001954.htm
- https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/003627.htm
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