5 Tips to Naturally Boost Fertility
Are your brain-ovary messages scrambled, stopping you from producing healthy, baby-giving eggs? Have you been trying to conceive for an age? Is it just not happening?
The frustration of wanting desperately to become a Mum and not being able to can be devastating. You see new Mums and their bubs everywhere, and family and friends appear to easily, even accidentally, find themselves pregnant. Why not you?!
The estimates are between 1 in 6 to 1 in 8 couples struggle with infertility. 40% of the time, it’s considered a female issue, 40% male and the other 20%… well, they just don’t know. So you are most certainly not alone.
The great news is, there are plenty of ways to naturally boost fertility and significantly increase your chances of conceiving your precious child.
Here are my top 5 tips…
1) Lose weight, if needed.
Lack of ovulation – where an egg is not released – is a major cause of infertility. If there is no egg, there is no hope of a pregnancy. Losing even 5-10% of your body weight hugely increases your chances of ovulating. And with an egg comes the promise of conception. And he’s not off the hook either! Shedding extra kilos also boosts male fertility.
2) Reduce your stress.
Your body understands stress in an evolutionary sense… Stress means either famine or fight. You are so incredibly well designed! And your body will automatically do everything possible to keep you alive, to ensure your survival. No food or a life threatening attack from a predator reduces your fertility, because that is not an optimal time for conception. Your body needs all it’s spare energy and focus to help save you. The trouble is, in modern society the stressors can be constant and are rarely a matter of life or death. So, what can you do to reduce your stress?
Exercise. Meditation. Sufficient sleep. Chiropractic care. B6, zinc and omega 3 fats. Counselling. Being outdoors – there’s much to be said for communing with nature. Follow your heart and you passion.
3) Eat well.
Choose low glycaemic index/glycaemic load foods. It’s well known that something known as insulin resistance reduces fertility and this, in large part, results from eating foods high in sugar. Stay clear of processed foods and those rich in simple carbohydrates.
Choose organic, where you can. And as nature intended is always best. If you shop in a supermarket, don’t shop from the middle aisles. Everything you need is on the outskirts of these stores, like the fresh fruit and vegetable section.
4) Detoxify.
Sounds scary, I know! But I’m not talking about the cabbage or lemon detox, or starving yourself for a week. In fact, these approaches are not healthy and should be avoided. A safe, complete detoxification helps to reduce inflammation and improve nutrient absorption. This is great for both your and your partners fertility. Think blueberries, raspberries, kale and a super potent antioxidant supplement. Include healthy proteins like fresh fish, organic nuts, free range eggs, and wonderful fats like avocado and some cold pressed, extra virgin olive oil. Lots of pure water, no alcohol, no cigarettes or illicit drugs. Skip the gluten and the dairy too.
5) Seek professional help.
Don’t be nervous about seeking the help of a fertility health professional, from both the natural and medical fields. It’s great to know where your body is at. By knowing where your fertility challenges lie, you can better plan for future baby making success.
Much love and baby dust,
Dr Rebecca Harwin
The PCOS Expert
Bestselling International Health Author & Consultant
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