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What supplements should men take before pregnancy?

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Asked on:Mar 29, 2026 10:40 AM

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  • Dandelion Dandelion

    Mar 29, 2026

    In order to ensure eugenics, today's couples pay great attention to preparations during the pregnancy preparation period. In addition to doing a good physical examination of both parties in preparation for pregnancy, nutritional supplements are also very important. Men's timely supplementation of nutrients can effectively improve the quality of male sperm. So what should many men who are preparing to become pregnant take supplements?

    What supplements should men take to prepare for pregnancy?

    1.DHA

    The three human organs with the largest number of DHA in the body are: the human brain, the macula under the eyes, and the male testicles. DHA affects the reproductive function of male testicles.

    The appearance, charm, and even the flexibility of the small tail that helps male sperm swim forward are closely related to DHA. To put it simply, without DHA, even if male sperm swims to the egg cell, there is no way to fuse with it. However, the body cannot produce DHA and can only store DHA for the body through diet. Mainly fattier fish, such as salmon, tuna, mussels

    2. Folic acid tablets

    Folic acid tablets are not for women, and men do not need to supplement them during pregnancy preparation. The intake of folic acid tablets is related to sperm motility. Nutritionists in my country strongly recommend 400mg/day. Foods containing folic acid mainly include fruits, vegetables and legumes. Make sure you have one pound of fruits and vegetables and about 2 taels of legumes a day.

    3.Zinc

    Zinc intake is related to the concentration of male sperm. The recommended intake of zinc for men of appropriate age is 12.5mg/day. Foods rich in zinc include: lean tip meat, white sesame seeds, oysters, oyster roe, dried fruits, pumpkin seeds, shrimp, kefir, oatmeal, etc.

    4. Vitamin E

    The intake of vitamin E is related to the shape of male sperm. my country’s nutritional science recommends an intake of vitamin E of 14mg/day for men of appropriate age.

    What should boys pay attention to when preparing for pregnancy?

    Pay attention to hygiene and eat more fresh and low-fat foods. Because this type of food contains a lot of water, it is easy to digest and has a short waiting time in the stomach. High-calorie foods cannot be digested and absorb, and when they enter the duodenum and the upper empty mucosa, they will produce a kind of intestinal gastric juice, which will slow down the peristalsis of the stomach and affect people's appetite.

    You should eat more foods rich in vitamins and protein. Because metabolism is intense in summer, various proteins and vitamins are consumed a lot, and the body is often in a state of protein deficiency. Therefore, it is appropriate to eat more beans, eggs, vegetables, and fruits to supplement the body's needs.

    Eat less sweets. Various desserts such as sugar, cakes, etc. contain a lot of sugar and glucose. After the glycogen is digested and absorbed by the body's gastrointestinal tract and phenolic compounds are dissolved and absorbed, it will turn into glucose and enter the blood, increasing the blood sugar concentration. Excessive blood sugar will make people feel hungry.

    The quality of sperm will directly affect the healthy growth and development of the fetus. Therefore, pregnancy is not a matter for women alone. During pregnancy preparation, men need to pay attention to many things in addition to the reasonable arrangement of diet. There are some foods that are harmful to the human body that must not be consumed, so as not to damage the quality of male sperm.

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