India, Jan. 11 -- Sesame seeds are small in size, but big on benefits. In India, about 8% of men seek help for fertility problems, according to the World Journal of Men's Health, which reflects the silent struggles faced. One natural food that may help to boost sperm quality is sesame seeds, according to Ayurvedic experts.

Ayurvedic texts consider sesame seeds a powerful medicine with numerous healing benefits. "Important figures in Ayurveda, such as Acharyas Charaka and Sushruta, praised sesame seeds for their ability to promote strength (balya), enhance sexual health (vrishya), and provide nourishment (rasya)", Ayurvedic expert Dr Chanchal Sharma, tells Health Shots.

Rajani Patankar of Ayurved Mahavidyalaya and Seth R. V. Ayurved Hosp...