Consumption of Walnut Boost Sperm Quality in Men

A recent study from the University of California by Dr Robbins and her team on the relationship between polyunsaturated fatty acids (this fatty acids is critical for sperm maturation and membrane function) and increase in sperm quality.

Dr Robbins and her team selected 117 healthy men between the ages of 21 to 35 to conduct this study, they were divided into 2 groups, half of the men were given 75g of walnuts daily (experimental group) while the other group (control group) were not given walnut with their normal diet.

Both groups were monitored regularly, after 12 consecutive weeks; there were no significant changes with the men’s body-mass index (BMI), body weight, and activity level.

The group that had 75g of walnut added to their regular diet experienced an increased levels of omega-6 and omega-3 (ALA) fatty acids with a significant improvement in sperm vitality, motility, and morphology. 

Although there were minimal changes in the chromosomal abnormalities of the experimental group while the control group experienced no changes.

Although this research indicates that eating 75 grams of walnuts per day can positively affect a young man's sperm quality, it is still unknown whether the benefits would apply to young men with fertility problems and whether they would actually translate into increased fertility. Further research is needed on this.

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MeD India