Fertility Boosting Foods For Men and Women

Women and men suffering from pregnancy should take a closer look at their diet. Research from the Harvard Public Health School published in the book "The Fertility Diet" by researchers J.Cavarro and W.Willett (2007) has shown that when women make small changes to their diet their chances of getting pregnant increase.

Fertility starts with a nutritious diet and a regular exercise program. Super food gives us competitive advantage. Certain super foods are also found to have positive effects on both men and women reproductive.

Full grain

Grains such as oats, barley, wheat, quinoa and chia are Low GI carbohydrates that promote a positive blood glucose response. They help with fullness, increase fiber in the diet and give you lasting energy to make babies. Whole grains contain many B vitamins especially Vitamin B-12.

B-12 is used at the microscopic level for cellular reproduction and hormone balance. B vitamins in women stimulate ovulation. In addition it helps to produce healthy ova and sperm. B12 deficiency in men can reduce sperm motility.

To increase your B-vitamin intake, make some simple switches:

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White beans for Lentils

White bread for whole grain bread

Seeds are fine and highly processed for whole grain grains such as oats / barley / rye / quinoa

Generally when trying to conceive, it is best to try and choose high quality nutritious foods. They are rich in vitamins and minerals and are less likely to contain pesticides that interfere with hormone function in men and women.

Oily fish

Contin Omega-3 fatty acids are powerful antioxidants. The great sources of Omega-3s are Tuna, Salmon, Macarel, avocado and beans and beans. Professor of obstetrics and gynecology at the University of Rochester in Rochester, N.Y. believes "sperm quality is influenced by dietary antioxidant intake". Omega-3 fats are essential for healthy functioning in the male reproductive system. It improves the quality and movement of sperm in men. Try to include at least 3-4 rich Omega-3 foods weekly or alternative supplements may be used.

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Red meat for roasted salmon or tuna

Butter for avocado

Margarine for the spread of olive oil

Full fat milk

Low fat foods are usually recommended for optimal health. However, when trying to conceive a full-fat milk is a better choice. Research has found that women who eat at least one full-fat dairy a day are less likely to have fertility problems as they consistently go for low-fat or non-dairy choices. Fat-rich dairy products contain estrogen and progesterone that increase fertility. However, do not make changes to full fat until you are ready to become pregnant, as the extra saturated fat in your diet can lead to increased cholesterol.

Two servings of saturated fat daily are recommended for good health. Once pregnant, low fat options can be resumed. In addition, dairy products contain a lot of calcium which can reduce osteoporosis.

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A cup of coffee for a glass of warm cream milk

Dishwasher for flavored yogurt Tabs

garlic

Although not usually known to attract the opposite sex. Garlic is high in selenium minerals. Selenium is known to increase male fertility through increased sperm mobility. Almost 50% of the selenium in men is in the testes and cement channels?

Selenium also helps prevent chromosome damage that may play a role in early miscarriage. In addition to garlic contains vitamin B6 which helps regulate hormones and strengthens the immune system.

To increase your intake of garlic:

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Salt for garlic

Commercial meat marinades for natural honey and garlic sauce

Lean red meat

Lean red meat is an excellent source of iron that helps prevent anemia, reduces the risk of ovulation infertility and plays a role in the production and function of red blood cells. Red meat is also an important source of vitamin B12 in the maintenance and development of the nervous system.

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Chicken for veggie burgers made from beans and cereals

Pork for Salad with beans and beans

By using non-meat sources to increase your iron intake, you also benefit from reducing saturated fat in your diet and increasing fiber, minerals and vitamins.

Spinach

Spinach and other leafy vegetables are excellent sources of folic acid. Folic acid is important in optimizing sperm production, facilitating healthy and healthy ova production and helping prevent neural tube defects. It is also an excellent source of iron and vitamin C that helps improve sperm quality by protecting the DNA stored in it from damage. The recommended daily Folate intake is 500-600ug / day.

½ cup spinach contains 130ug of folate equivalent to 33% of the recommended daily intake during pregnancy for women.

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Salad for spinach baby spinach

Lasagna meat for spinach and ricotta lasagna

Pumpkin soup for spinach and onion soup

Oyster

Zinc is often considered the most important fertility nutrient as it has been shown to help with the male reproductive system and sperm production. If oysters are not your thing, zinc can also be found in beans, eggs, peas, cereals and pumpkin seeds.

Zinc is required for the production of testosterone and zinc content in the prostate gland and sperm higher than any other body tissue. It helps maintain the amount of semen.

Zinc deficiency is associated with many sexual problems, including sperm abnormalities and prostate disease.

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Whole fish for oysters

Spaghetti bolognaise for Mariana spaghetti

Chillies

definitely add 'hot' return to the fertility department by increasing blood flow around the body, ensuring that the reproductive system has a healthy supply. Chillies also stimulate endorphin production, which aims to increase fertility. More endorphins circulating around the body play a role in reducing stress. They are also an excellent source of vitamin C that helps with iron absorption.

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Pepper for chilli flakes

Wasabi for sweet chilli sauce

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