Infertility nutrition therapy
In general, infertility is defined as not being able to get pregnant (conceive) after one year (or longer) of unprotected sex. These factors increase the risk of infertility in all genders:
- Age (over age 35 for women or over 40 for men).
- Diabetes.
- Eating disorders
- Excessive alcohol use.
- Exposure to environmental toxins, such as lead and pesticides
- Insufficient exercises
- Smoking.
- Stress.
- Weight problems (obesity or underweight).
- Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS),
- Thyroid
- Low sperm count or low testosterone
What is the role of diet?
Nutrition and a healthy body weight for both partners can have a significant impact on the ability to conceive. The following vitamins and nutrients were linked to positive effects on fertility:
- Folic Acid
- vitamin B12
- omega-3 fatty acid
- antioxidants
- Low glycaemic food is flavones
- Lycopene
