FOODS THAT SUPPORT FERTILITY IN WOMEN

    FOOD THAT SUPPORT FERTILITY IN                          MEN AND WOMEN

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It is researched that fertility issues happen due to certain common reasons such as hormonal imbalances, PCOS, fibroid, weak ovaries or sperms, unexplained infertility.

Though these are among the main reasons but more than that, our diet greatly impact our fertility rates. Eating right is very important to achieve success on this journey.Here are a few natural foods that can support one embarking on such a journey.

NB: THESE FOODS SHOULD BE TAKEN REGULARLY OR PART OF OUR DIET

NATURAL FOODS THAT CAN BOOST FERTILITY

There are certain natural substances that support fertility but some cannot be taken in raw as doing so may tend to be harmful to the body. Here are a few examples of these natural examples. You can also click on the link below to read more about these natural herbs and substances

1. PRODUCTS FROM THE BEE

a. Royal Jelly

b. Bee pollen

c. Bee Propolis

2.  Maca roots

RECOMMENDED FOODS TO EAT

Foods that contain IRON, ZINC, BETA CAROTENE, FOLATE (FOLIC ACID), OMEGA 3 FATTY and B12 vitamins have been researched to be minerals that naturally increase libido, supports proper ovulation, help the body to produce healthy eggs or sperms and induce fertility in both men and women. The foods below contain these components in high quantities.

1. SALMON

This fish is widely known for its natural richness in omega 3 fatty acids and widely recommended in daily diets to support the heart, eye and brain. Its also a good recommendation for those who wish to get pregnant as it nourishes the body and eggs to ensure proper ovulation.

2.BERRIES

Fruits from the berry family (eg. strawberries, grapes, black berries) are very good antioxidants that help to cleanse the system from unwanted substances that are accumulated in the body by what we eat or by the air we breathe. These berries protect and cleanse the reproductive organs and supports anti-aging and the skin. Also berries like black berries support brain functioning.

                                                 

3. OYSTERS

This seafood is known to increase libido in women. This is because it is packed with Zinc which produces good quality eggs in women. Though expensive, they are very healthy.

                                                                  

4.BEANS

This a plant protein that contains enough amount of IRON to support fertility and libido enhancement in both men and women. There are different types of beans and they are all healthy and nutritious

                                                          

5. LEAFY GREENS

Green leafy vegetables like lettuce, cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli and legumes are known to be very healthy and rich in folate and Vitamin B which support fertility. These also contain chromium that helps to regulate weight in humans too. That is why leafy vegetables are recommended to people who want to lose weight. An example is tuna salad

                                                       

6. YAM/POTATOES

These foods are very good for fertility because they stimulate ovulation and are also a rich source of iron too. Eating them boiled with our local kontomire stew in made in earthen ware pots are the best

                                                     

                                                                    

7. FRUITS AND VEGETABLES

These two cannot be taken out of our diet on a daily basis. They provide us with an unending supply of vitamins, beta carotene and minerals which the body needs for growth. Example carrots, pear, green peas, cabbages, tomatoes, olives,lettuce just to mention a few

8. FIBER FOODS

Foods high in fiber digest easily and prevent one from putting on unnecessary weight as more fat in the body can be a possible factor that hinder fertility. Example is Oat and carrots

                                                                               

9. AVOCADO

Eating avocado is considered to help women who are associated with  lower rates of ovulation or oestrogen levels. Eating avocado can boost fertility by ensuring goof hormonal balance in women. Eat them regularly. It is a better source of protein and vitamins and recommended in older women than milk and egg. 

                                                     

                                                                  

                                                             

  

10. SEAWEED

 Seaweed is not popular in Ghana as compared to Asian countries however this leafy substance enriches the liver, kidney and bladder and also cleanses the system

                                             

                                             

11. CINNAMON

Cinnamon is a sweet spice which gives food great flavor and taste. Cooking with cinnamon helps to regulate hormonal activities in women who may be finding it difficult getting pregnant. 

                                                             

FOODS TO AVOID

1. ALCOHOL

Alcohol contains caffeine and calories that may alter or affect one's ability to get pregnant and even affect the baby's developmental stages while they grow in the womb.

2. HIGH FAT CONTENT FOODS

Foods filled with excess fat makes the body take in more calories and also affect hormonal activities in the body. Some fats are harmful to the human body and therefore should be avoided. Try as much ass possible to reduce the intake of foods with processed oil. OLIVE OIL AND CANNOLA OIL ARE THE BEST AND SHOULD BE USED IN SMALL QUANTITIES

3. SOY

Soy is high in protein and can alter homonal activities in the body especially when one wants to balance hormonal changes in their body

4. MEAT, EGGS

Protein is good but not all of them are good for us as we age. Instead of high animal protein, swap to plant protein like beans,sweet potatoes, potatoes which gives you the same amount of protein needed for proper body functioning.

                                 

                                                

NB: Good rest, peace of mind and regular healthy sex have a great impact on ones ability to get pregnant even after going through all procedures and preparations to get pregnant.