Top Fertility FoodsEating a healthy, well-balanced diet, avoiding alcohol, drinking lots of water, curbing caffeine, exercising regularly and quitting smoking are common steps to jump start your plans of having a baby. But do you know that there are certain foods that can enhance your fertility and can prepare you for successful baby-making? Including these foods in your diet ensures that you will have all the nutrients you need. Here’s the list: Whole Grains Whole grains are not only good source of fiber but it also provides you with the energy you need for baby-making. Whole grains are also rich in vitamin B and E that is required in hormonal balance and in maintaining healthy sperms and eggs. Good examples of whole grains are brown rice and oats. Fish Fishes such as sardines, mackerel and salmon are rich in essential fatty acids (EFA), omega 3 and 6 which are needed to have a healthy reproductive system. This includes improving sperm quality and mobility. For those who do not eat fish, Flaxeed Oil contains EFA as well and can be a good substitute. Full Fat Dairy Studies indicates that people who consume a serving of full fat dairy a day are less likely to experience infertility problems than those who prefer low fat or non-fat dairy. Dairy products are good sources of calcium needed for bone development. Garlic Garlic has nutrients such as selenium which can enhance male fertility. Selenium also plays a significant role in preventing miscarriage by preventing chromosome breakage. Lean Meat Lean Red Meat is a good source of iron. Women who have healthy iron levels are less likely to be at risk of ovulatory infertility. Honey Honey is considered as a fertility booster because of its nutrients. Honey is rich in amino acids and minerals that are needed for ovarian function. Spinach Spinach and other green leafy vegetables are great sources of folic acid. Folic acid is essential in healthy sperm and ova production. Read more of our articles on diet and fertility
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