Chapter VII
Diet to Conceive
1. Essential fatty acid
As we mention in some other articles, essential fatty acid is vital in regulating the production of prostaglandins hormones through liver fatty acid metabolism thereby, increasing the blow flow in the body including the reproductive organs, as well as protecting the body from inflammation resulting in increasing the chance of fertility and lessening the risk of hormone imbalance. It is recommended to take cold water fish to increase vital essential Omega 3 and 6 fatty acid.
2. Dairy products
Dairy products contains high amount of trans fat which may interfere with the liver in protein and fat metabolism, therefore, if necessary, only takes mild from manufactures with organic growth.
3. Meat
The best choice of meat for fertility is lamb according to traditional Chinese medicine. It is said that lamb meat containing certain boost fertility substances in men. Always choose lean and organic growth lamb meat to prevent feeding contamination.
4. Fruits and vegetables
Fruits and vegetables contain high amount of vitamins, bioflavonoids and antioxidants which are vital for over all health in our body including the reproductive system.
4. Nuts and seeds
Nuts and seeds contain high amount of essential fatty acids, vitamins and good sources of protein which are essential to maintain over all functions of the body, including maintaining the production of certain hormones (estrogen balancing and production of good prostaglandins hormones) that are vital for fertility process, thereby increasing the chance to conceive.
5. Healthy carbohydrate
Carbohydrate is important for our body in maintaining high levels of energy. It is suggested that you eat enough carbohydrate to prevent fatigue, lack of energy, etc to prevent primitive reaction of the brain in reproductive process. Only eat those with low GI index food such as whole grain to prevent fluctuation of sugar levels and over production of cortisol.
b Legumes
Beside classifying as low GI index food, it also contains high amount of legans which is vital for balancing the levels of bad estrogen, thereby, decreasing the risk of infertility caused by estrogen imbalance.