- Mucuna pruriens is a shrub or climbing vine that can be found in woodland areas. At India's C.S.M. Medical University, a prospective study was done to understand the action of mucuna in the treatment of male infertility. Seventy-five healthy fertile male participants were the control and 75 infertile men were included within this study. Decrease sperm count and motility were present in the infertile participants. Treatment with mucuna improved testosterone and luteinizing hormone. Sperm count and motility were restored in infertile men after mucuna therapy. It was concluded that mucuna pruriens improves semen quality in infertile men.
- Ashwagandha, or Indian ginseng, is a tall shrub found in India and market to help increase sperm levels. This herb was tested at the Chhatrapati Shahuji Maharaj Medical University in India to investigate the impact of Withania somnifera roots on semen profile. One hundred fifty men were given ashwagandha during the trial period. It was found that the herb did not directly increase sperm but reduced the oxidative stress. The levels of testosterone, luteinizing hormone, follicle-stimulating hormone and prolactin reversed in intertile men. These are good indicators of semen quality.
- Tribulus terrestris is a weed that can be found in most warm climates. Tribulus has been linked to increase libido and hormone levels due to the combination of active compounds: steroidal saponins, alkaloids, flavanoids and protodioscins. At the Departamento de Fisiologia in Brazil, an animal study containg rats was conducting while supplementing with Tribulus terrestris. The study showed that a positive effect on rat sperm production due to the supplementation.
- These particular herbs have been used in Ayurveda medicine. They have been studied for the possible effects in sperm levels while supplementing with these herbs. In the prior studies, it is plausable that one can increase sperm levels.
- Talk with your doctor before any supplementation program. Supplementation is not for everyone. Results are not typical. Consult your doctor about any underlying conditions that may cause your low sperm count.
