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  • 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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Nutrition is one of the easiest ways to enhance your fertility. In recent times, extensive research in this area has revealed that certain foods can regulate the hormones that affect the production of eggs and sperm.

Eating RightFoods 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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