Fertility
As many as one in six couples has trouble conceiving a child. There are many possible causes, from hormone imbalance to stress. Good nutrition for both partners is thought to increase the chances of conception and will help ensure healthy sperm and eggs. Stress can play a major part in fertility problems; it is important that both partners find time to relax and unwind. Nutritional support may help with both stress and hormone balance.
Recommended vitamins:
Recommended vitamins:
- Vitamin A -- essential for a healthy reproductive system
- Vitamin B-6 -- increases progesterone production
- Folic acid -- deficiency is associated with infertility
- Vitamin C -- crucial for healthy sperm
- Vitamin E -- regulates production of cervical mucous in women and increase the amount of sperm produced in men
- Manganese -- needed to produce sex hormones
- Selenium -- helps to form sperm
- Zinc -- regulates sex hormones
- Omega-3 fatty acids (fish oils) -- stimulate the production of sex hormones
- Omega-6 oils -- such as evening primrose oil, to help increase sex hormone production
- Bioflavonoids -- increase the effects of Vitamin C
- Fresh fruit and vegetables
- Salmon, mackerel, and sardines
- Beans, peas, and lentils
- Low-fat dairy products
- Nuts and seeds
- Sunflower oil
- Acidic foods such as red meat and tea, which are thought to inhibit sperm production.
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