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5 Practical Nutrition Tips for Fertility

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I’ve been getting an influx of questions about how to support fertility with nutrition. Here are 5 practical tips:

 

1 EAT THE FOOD. The female pituitary gland — which regulates our reproductive, thyroid and stress hormones — is VERY sensitive to changes in calories, especially decreases. If we don’t get enough calories consistently, we can potentially create some major hormonal imbalances.

 

2 BALANCE BLOOD SUGAR. Drops in blood sugar cause our bodies to release stress hormones to raise it again. This can block our ability to utilize the progesterone we make. And over time, these mini-emergencies can make our body think it needs to go into survival mode, in which it will de-prioritize reproduction and making important hormones for fertility.

 

3 REMINERALIZE. Minerals are the spark plugs of the body. They run enzymes which run hormones. If we want to support our hormonal balance, we need to first make sure we’re getting enough minerals. Muscle meats, bone broths, shellfish, dairy, fruits and root vegetables are all mineral-rich.

 

4 DON’T SKIMP ON FAT-SOLUBLE VITAMINS. Many fat-soluble vitamins like A, D, E and K work synergistically. Did you know that Vitamin E is also known as Fertility Factor X? And that Vitamin A is critical for egg and sperm health? You can get these nutrients in foods like grass-fed butter, meats, and dairy.

 

5 CREATE CONSISTENCY. Our bodies love consistency. It makes us feel safe. And when we feel safe, our bodies can move on from only focusing on the things it needs to survive and actually focus on things like reproduction. New habits can be hard to create, but they’re so worth it. As you start to create new habits, be kind to yourself too.

 

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Not medical advice.

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This is not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare professional before pursuing any changes to your personal healthcare regime.

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References

Dalton, K. (1999). Once a Month. Hunter House Inc., Publishers: Alameda, CA.

Martin, B. Golden, E. Carlson, O.D. Egan, J.M. Mattson, M.P. Maudsley, S. (2008). Caloric restriction: Impact upon pituitary function and reproduction. Retrieved from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2634963/.

 

 

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