NUTRITIONAL INTERVENTIONS FOR MALE REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH: A COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW ON THE IMPACT OF ALMONDS, WALNUTS, AND CASHEW NUTS
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Males Infertility, Reproductive Disorders, Almonds and Fertility, Walnuts and Fertility, Cashew Nuts and Fertility, Sperm Quality
Abstract
Objective: This review aims to investigate the potential impact of dietary interventions involving almonds, walnuts, and cashew nuts on preventing reproductive disorders and improving fertility in males.
Methodology: A thorough literature search was conducted across scientific databases, including Google Scholar, PubMed, and Web of Science, to identify relevant studies published up to the present date. Keywords such as "male fertility," "reproductive disorders," "almonds," "walnuts," and "cashew nuts" were used to filter articles. Studies focusing on the effects of these nuts on male reproductive parameters, including sperm quality, hormone levels, and overall reproductive health, were included in this review.
Results: Almonds, walnuts and cashew nuts have been found to contain a variety of bioactive compounds, including vitamin E, folate, zinc, copper, omega-3 fatty acids, and polyphenols that are associated with improved sperm productions, quality and protect sperms against oxidative stress, which can prevent the damage of sperm DNA and improves fertility. Additionally, these nuts may contribute to the reduction of inflammation, which is also a known contributor to reproductive disorders and infertility in males.
Conclusion: The present reviewed literature suggests a potential link between the consumption of almonds, walnuts, cashew nuts and improved male reproductive health. However, further well-designed clinical studies are needed to establish causal relationships and determine optimal dietary patterns. Including these nuts as part of a balanced and nutritious diet may offer a holistic approach to prevent reproductive disorders and enhance fertility in males.
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Muhammad Hamza
Department of Nutritional Sciences, Government College University Faislabad, 38000, Pakistan
Ghulam Fatima
Department of Zoology, Ghazi University, Dera Ghazi Khan, 32200, Pakistan
Ayesha Khalid
University Institute of Diet and Nutritional Sciences UIDNS, University of Lahore UOL, 55150, Pakistan
Shameen Hashmi
Department of Pharmacology, University of Lahore Teaching Hospital UOL, 55150, Pakistan.
Maria Javaid
University Institute of Diet and Nutritional Sciences UIDNS, University of Lahore UOL, 55150, Pakistan
Ahsan Zubair
Department of Nutritional Sciences, Government College University Faislabad, 38000, Pakistan
Waleed Fahad Alhujaili
Department of Biology, College of Science, Taibah University, Al Madinah Al Munawwarah, 41321, Saudi Arabia
Iqra Rasheed
University Institute of Diet and Nutritional Sciences UIDNS, University of Lahore UOL, 55150, Pakistan