The 5 best foods for men

The 5 best foods for men

Whether you're trying to lower your blood pressure or fight prostate cancer, protecting your health begins with your diet. Here are the five best foods for men

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3. Oysters

Creating another human being has something in common with growing a prize-winning garden: You need all the right conditions and good timing, to boot. In men, the most common causes of infertility are low sperm count and slow "swimmers." And yes, your sperm count is linked to your diet! Low zinc levels translate into lowered sperm counts, less sperm movement toward the cervical goal, less semen, and even infertility. Although food can't fix all fertility challenges, it can help improve your odds of fruitfulness. To help boost your fertility, try adding zinc-rich foods—like oysters—to your diet.