.Causes of low semen volume

There are many factors which can adversely affect the production and quality of semen.
 

• Infected semen

• Age
• Cycling, mountain biking
• Stress, disease and medications
• Heat minimizes sperm count. Some ways of loosing sperms due to heat are by wearing tight underpants, bathing in hot water, sitting in hot tub for long hours, being overweight.
• Repeated ejaculation over a short duration of time.
• Increased masturbation
• Smoking and Increased alcohol consumption
• Excessive physical or mental exertion
• Zinc deficiency
• Anabolic steroid use
• Deformed genitals
• Prostrate gland disorders
• Harmful or toxic pollutants.
• Drugs abuse

Production of Semen
The material that comprises semen is produced in various components of the body.  Only a small percentage of semen is actually produced by the testes themselves.  Other glands help make up the material that becomes part of the seminal fluid.  The breakdown of the production of the seminal fluid looks like this:

1. Seminal Vesicles - they make anywhere from 45% up to 80% of the semen being produced.
2. Prostate gland - they contribute 15% up to 35% in the production of semen.
3. Bulbouretheral and Urethral glands - they produce up to 5% of the semen material.
4. Testes - contribute the following 5% of semen production.

The fluid produced by the testicles mostly contains high levels of testosterone whereas the material that is secreted by the seminal vesicles is comprised mostly of fructose (sugar) and a substance that helps the semen to clot on ejaculation.  The secretions of the prostate gland help to allow the semen to liquefy after it a very small period of clotting so that the sperm can then swim towards the egg inside the female body.  The bulbouretheral and urethral glands main objective is to produce a secretion that lubricates the male reproductive system.

• Have sex & masturbate less often - the more times you ejaculate, the less dense your semen will be. Maintain a gap of 3 days between two consecutive ejaculations.
• Dehydration is often the culprit in fatigue, exhaustion, and poor function of other body systems (all of which can interfere with your sex life). Drink at least 8 glasses of water a day to keep running in top form.
• Refrain from habits like smoking, alcohol consumption etc. - Alcohol affects your liver function, which, in turn, causes a dramatic rise in estrogen levels. Even two drinks a day will have long-term effects on sperm production.
• Zinc oxide as a supplement provides quick and safe increase in semen volume as synthesis of testosterone and eventually sperms. Apart from this zinc oxide is an excellent anti-oxidant which improves blood flow and clears blood vessels by dilating them which helps in boosting libido and endurance.
• Exercise regularly. Exercising your PC muscle can help you shoot further than ever before.
• Horny Goat Weed is a natural herb that is medically known as epimedium sagittatum. It is known to boost libido and testosteronelevels. It can give you stronger ejaculations and increase semen volume.
• This amino acid stimulates testosterone production and improves semen quality. Eating nuts and seeds like almonds and peanuts can help ingest a good amount of the amino acid and so are raisins and chocolate or popcorn and brown rice, oatmeal and whole wheat bread.
• Another trick is to splash cold water on your testicles everyday (for instance right after your shower in the morning). This will stimulate the blood supply and cool off the scrotum, thus increasing sperm production.
• Eat Nutritious Food - Diet that's low in fat, and high in protein, vegetables, and whole grains is good for your health and for your sperm.
• Avoid bitter, astringent and spicy foods. Reduce caffeine intake.
• Avoid heating of testicles - Wear loose, cotton boxer shorts, Avoid hot baths and saunas.
• Lose any excess weight, which tends to cause testosterone/estrogen imbalances.
• Reduce stress levels by learning relaxation techniques - Keep your mind and body healthy by regular practice of YOGA and MEDITATION.
• Massage body with herbal oil, which improves blood circulation.
• Try supplements - Certain natural supplements promise to increase sperm production. Checkout some Natural and Herbal, no side effects supplements.
• Make love in the early morning or afternoon. Sperm levels are often highest in the mornings.
• Foods rich in zinc are specially recommended to increase the production of semen and testosterone like meat, fish, celery, leafy green vegetables, oysters, beans, and nuts. Foods that are rich in selenium and vitamins B12, C, and E should also be a part of the diet.