50% of infertility is due to male factor and it is on the rise. Whether it is due to sperm production or delivery, IVF (in vitro fertilisation) will be one of the treatment options.
Sperm cells are produced every 90 days allowing the option of using vitamins, mineral supplements, hormone therapy, lifestyle and diet changes to try and improve sperm count, shape, motility and maturity.
Vitamin and mineral supplements work to help the body produce higher quality sperm. Sperm DNA is highly susceptible to damage, from poor packing of DNA molecules to entire chromosomes deleted.
Hormone therapy in men aims to increase testosterone, FSH (Follicle Stimulating Hormone) and LH (Luteinising Hormone).
Lifestyle and diet changes such as stress reduction, regular exercise, nutrient rich whole foods diet may also improve sperm health. This is where yoga can help as studies show the stress reducing ability of yoga can improve sperm quality.