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Green Leafy Vegetables, Fruits and Nuts  are sources of trace minerals that ensure the health of the sperm thus, improve their motility and survival.

There a number of minerals, in trace amount, which are important for the body’s metabolism. Three of these stand out, namely manganese, cupper and zinc.  Manganese is an essential trace mineral which acts as a cofactor in energy production and defense via the antioxidants. It is protective of the mitochodria (the cell’s powerhouse).  Copper is involved in maintaining hemoglobin, the red blood cells and for the integrity of the connective tissues, from tendons to skin repair. It aids in iron absorption and protects the nervous system.  Lastly, zinc has been recognized to be an important supplement, it is a key mineral in over 300 biological processes, especially enzymatic transformations. It is a key mineral for men on account of the role of zinc in male sexual function, it protects against prostate cancer and helps prevent degenerative diseases involving the heart, joints. It is critical in the formation of DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) and RNA (ribonucleic acid) formation and therefore in reproduction.

It is important to understand that we have to maintain the level of testosterone with the appropriate intake of minerals. Relative to this “Tongkat Ali” is a medicinal plant that has been traditionally used over hundreds of years to aid in fertility by raising the available testosterone of the body.

Traditionally, the rhizome (root) of turmeric has been used to treat gastrointestinal upset, and arthritic pain. Laboratory and animal research has demonstrated anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-cancer properties of turmeric and its constituent curcumin. The use of turmeric has also been investigated in the management of dyspepsia (heartburn) and hyperlipidemia (high
cholesterol).

The recommendation is to take tea; 500 mg steeped in a cup of boiling water for 15 minutes taken twice daily.

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Yams have been known as food since 50,000 in Africa and Asia. It is a staple food in many other countries in South America. There are a number of health benefits of eating yam. It is a good source of vitamin C and B6, potassium, manganese, and dietary fiber. It protects the body against cardiovascular diseases which in recent reports refers to a protein (dioscorin) similar to ACE inhibitors. Angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) is responsible for the narrowing the blood vessels and ihibiting kidney blood flow leading to high blood pressure. Although not confirmed, it is also observed that yams increase progesterone in women when eaten frequently. This property could be helpful in menopausal women and in pregnancy where firm implantation of the fetus is very important especially in women with a history of habitual abortion due to placental insufficiency. However more research is need for this “progesterone promoting” property.

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