Eating Right
- Yams can help stimulate ovulation
- Omega fatty acids are excellent natural hormone regulators
- Foods rich in Vitamin C help enhance male fertility
- Berries help protect sperm and eggs
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Foods for Fertility
Nuts and Seeds - All nuts and seeds including almonds, walnuts and pumpkin seeds, are a great source of fatty acids. Omega 3 and omega fatty acids are hormone regulators and vital to a woman's fertility since a hormonal imbalance can interfere with ovulation.
Vegetables and Greens - Cruciferous vegetables, such as broccoli, cabbage and cauliflower contain Vitamin A as well as a substance called di-indolylmethane, which regulates the metabolism of estrogen that is essential for keeping fertility hormones in check.
Yams - Rich in folate as well as vitamins C and B6, these vegetables contain diosgenin, a substance similar to progesterone, which can help stimulate ovaries to release one or more eggs each month.
Citrus Fruits - Foods rich in Vitamin C help enhance fertility, especially in men. It reduces sperm agglutination and helps aid healthy conception.
Oysters - Oysters have the highest concentration of zinc. Zinc helps maintain a healthy menstrual cycle. Zinc deficiency has been linked to decreased fertility since it can slow the production of good quality eggs essential for conception.
Tea - Green tea and orange pekoe (popularly known as 'regular') are considered to be excellent fertility enhancers. Tea contains a high level of antioxidants, which aid in healthy immune systems. Research has shown that women who regularly drink tea increase their chance of conception.
Berries - Blueberries and raspberries are exceptionally high in antioxidants, which can prevent cell damage and aging, as well as help protect eggs and sperm. For women who delay having a child, protecting egg cells from the aging process is vital for enhancing the chances of conception.
Eating healthy is also one of the best ways to ensure a happy and healthy baby. Begin these healthy eating habits today.
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