Eating For FertilityBy Safana Zahili [Nutrition & Diet]
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How does your diet influence your chances of getting pregnant? Safana Zahili tells you how you can possibly increase your fertility through proper nutrition.  In 2007, Harvard scientists revealed the groundbreaking results of their study tracking women who had trouble conceiving because of ovulation problems. The results revealed that the women who followed a fertility diet increased their fertility by 80 per cent compared to women who did not make any changes in their diet. The study does have its limitations since it only addresses one-third of all infertility causes, but the evidence is still good enough to give infertile couples hope of conceiving. The fertility diet actually maximizes the nutritional value of calorie intake. It is not a restrictive diet in the sense that it does not limit any one food group (any diet that does should be avoided). Instead it emphasizes portion control. The fertility diet is not limited to women hoping to conceive. It is, in fact, a diet that all individuals should follow regularly. Fertility Nutrition If you are trying to conceive, you want to make sure that you have a nutritional eating plan long before you begin. Doctors advise women to begin a lifestyle change at least three months before they try to conceive. Remember that this is a lifestyle change. This plan should be followed during your pregnancy and beyond. The point is to eat a rainbow of colours at every meal. Fruits And Veggies Fruits and vegetables are the primary sources of essential nutrients and you should make an effort to include them in every meal. Add fruit to your cereal in the morning and eat a salad with lunch and dinner. Eat lots of leafy dark green vegetables, sweet potatoes, carrots and peas. Make sure to get a daily antioxidant dose from berries and pomegranates to prevent damage to your eggs. |
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