Good Nutrition And Conception
“The Importance Of Good Nutrition When Trying To Conceive A Child”
Today we are going to conclude our discussions on infertility by discussing the importance of good nutrition if you are having difficulties conceiving a child.
According to dieticians at Loyola University, women who watch their weight and follow a Mediterranean –style diet high in vegetables, vegetable oils , fish and beans may increase their chances of getting pregnant.
Not only will a healthy diet and lifestyle potentially help with fertility, but it can also influence fetal well-being and reduce the risk of complications during pregnancy.
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Both of these extremes in weight cause a shift in hormones which can affect ovulation. Studies show that reducing weight by even 5% can enhance fertility.
Other nutritional considerations …
-reduce intake of foods with trans and saturated fats while increasing intake of monounsaturated fats such as avocados and olive oil.
-decrease intake of animal protein and add more vegetable protein to your diet.
-add more fibre to your diet (whole grains, vegetables, fruit ).
-incorporate more vegetarian sources of iron to your diet (legumes, tofu, nuts, seeds, whole grains).
-take a women’s multivitamin.
But it is NOT all on you ladies!
Approximately 40% of infertility issues are attributed to men, according to the American Society for Reproductive Medicine.
Among them is low sperm count and poor sperm motility which are common in overweight and obese men.
Men who are looking to father a baby also have a responsibility to maintain a healthy body weight and consume a balanced diet because male obesity may affect fertility by altering testosterone and other important hormone levels.
I hope that you found this 4-part series on infertility helpful and as always, if you have any questions on this topic or any other health concerns you or your family may have, please send us an email or you can call us directly at 905 335 LIFE (5433).
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