Ways to increase fertility
You can decide your own personal action plan to increase your fertility; you’ll find that not only do you become fitter but, if you need IVF, you’ll feel more positive and in control.
The impact of nutrition on fertility
Leading conception and pregnancy expert Zita West highlights the importance of good nutrition for healthy eggs and sperm, improving your chances of successful fertility treatment.
Zita West is the founder of the renowned Zita West Fertility Clinic, which is part of the CARE Fertility Group, combining our world-leading science and commitment to highly personalised care with the Zita West focus on pre-preparation and the micro-management of your treatment.
Want to learn more ways to increase your fertility? Dr Gillian Lockwood, Medical Director of CARE Tamworth, discusses global research and good nutrition for fertility in this blog. Zita has also written a blog about supporting your immunity from home, including explaining where to find important nutrients, antioxidants and fatty acids in common foods.
Diet
Eating a healthy and balanced diet is crucial for both of you when preparing to conceive. Remember… You are what you eat!
Taking vitamins and minerals will help boost your fertility and will definitely improve the health of your pregnancy.
Several studies have shown the beneficial effects of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants on sperm quality.
Being overweight or underweight can reduce the chances of conceiving. Women who are underweight often have problems with ovulation.
Alcohol disrupts the hormonal balance of the female reproductive system, leading to menstrual irregularities and even anovulatory cycles (menstrual cycles where ovulation fails to occur).
You should try and cut back on caffeine where possible.
Cigarette smoke contains many toxic substances that impact on both male and female fertility. Men who smoke have been shown to have abnormalities in sperm production. Both sperm quality and quantity are affected.
When trying to conceive, it's best to avoid taking any drugs, prescribed or otherwise.
Going through fertility treatment definitely falls under the heading of ‘a stressful experience’ you are both likely to feel a range of emotions before, during and after treatment. There will be highs and lows, as well as the stress of the actual treatment programme itself, whilst juggling all the other things that are going on in your lives; jobs, home, social life and the rest.
As a complementary treatment for IVF it is claimed that it works by improving blood flow to the reproductive organs, however there is no convincing evidence that it improves ovarian blood and it’s use during stimulation with fertility drugs has as yet not been shown to improve follicle growth, egg quality or endometrial thickening.
Vitamins and minerals (for her)
Eating a healthy and balanced diet is crucial for both of you when preparing to conceive. Remember… You are what you eat!
Taking vitamins and minerals will help boost your fertility and will definitely improve the health of your pregnancy.
Several studies have shown the beneficial effects of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants on sperm quality.
Being overweight or underweight can reduce the chances of conceiving. Women who are underweight often have problems with ovulation.
Alcohol disrupts the hormonal balance of the female reproductive system, leading to menstrual irregularities and even anovulatory cycles (menstrual cycles where ovulation fails to occur).
You should try and cut back on caffeine where possible.
Cigarette smoke contains many toxic substances that impact on both male and female fertility. Men who smoke have been shown to have abnormalities in sperm production. Both sperm quality and quantity are affected.
When trying to conceive, it's best to avoid taking any drugs, prescribed or otherwise.
Going through fertility treatment definitely falls under the heading of ‘a stressful experience’ you are both likely to feel a range of emotions before, during and after treatment. There will be highs and lows, as well as the stress of the actual treatment programme itself, whilst juggling all the other things that are going on in your lives; jobs, home, social life and the rest.
As a complementary treatment for IVF it is claimed that it works by improving blood flow to the reproductive organs, however there is no convincing evidence that it improves ovarian blood and it’s use during stimulation with fertility drugs has as yet not been shown to improve follicle growth, egg quality or endometrial thickening.
Vitamins and minerals (for him)
Eating a healthy and balanced diet is crucial for both of you when preparing to conceive. Remember… You are what you eat!
Taking vitamins and minerals will help boost your fertility and will definitely improve the health of your pregnancy.
Several studies have shown the beneficial effects of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants on sperm quality.
Being overweight or underweight can reduce the chances of conceiving. Women who are underweight often have problems with ovulation.
Alcohol disrupts the hormonal balance of the female reproductive system, leading to menstrual irregularities and even anovulatory cycles (menstrual cycles where ovulation fails to occur).
You should try and cut back on caffeine where possible.
Cigarette smoke contains many toxic substances that impact on both male and female fertility. Men who smoke have been shown to have abnormalities in sperm production. Both sperm quality and quantity are affected.
When trying to conceive, it's best to avoid taking any drugs, prescribed or otherwise.
Going through fertility treatment definitely falls under the heading of ‘a stressful experience’ you are both likely to feel a range of emotions before, during and after treatment. There will be highs and lows, as well as the stress of the actual treatment programme itself, whilst juggling all the other things that are going on in your lives; jobs, home, social life and the rest.
As a complementary treatment for IVF it is claimed that it works by improving blood flow to the reproductive organs, however there is no convincing evidence that it improves ovarian blood and it’s use during stimulation with fertility drugs has as yet not been shown to improve follicle growth, egg quality or endometrial thickening.
Exercise and weight
Eating a healthy and balanced diet is crucial for both of you when preparing to conceive. Remember… You are what you eat!
Taking vitamins and minerals will help boost your fertility and will definitely improve the health of your pregnancy.
Several studies have shown the beneficial effects of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants on sperm quality.
Being overweight or underweight can reduce the chances of conceiving. Women who are underweight often have problems with ovulation.
Alcohol disrupts the hormonal balance of the female reproductive system, leading to menstrual irregularities and even anovulatory cycles (menstrual cycles where ovulation fails to occur).
You should try and cut back on caffeine where possible.
Cigarette smoke contains many toxic substances that impact on both male and female fertility. Men who smoke have been shown to have abnormalities in sperm production. Both sperm quality and quantity are affected.
When trying to conceive, it's best to avoid taking any drugs, prescribed or otherwise.
Going through fertility treatment definitely falls under the heading of ‘a stressful experience’ you are both likely to feel a range of emotions before, during and after treatment. There will be highs and lows, as well as the stress of the actual treatment programme itself, whilst juggling all the other things that are going on in your lives; jobs, home, social life and the rest.
As a complementary treatment for IVF it is claimed that it works by improving blood flow to the reproductive organs, however there is no convincing evidence that it improves ovarian blood and it’s use during stimulation with fertility drugs has as yet not been shown to improve follicle growth, egg quality or endometrial thickening.
Alcohol
Eating a healthy and balanced diet is crucial for both of you when preparing to conceive. Remember… You are what you eat!
Taking vitamins and minerals will help boost your fertility and will definitely improve the health of your pregnancy.
Several studies have shown the beneficial effects of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants on sperm quality.
Being overweight or underweight can reduce the chances of conceiving. Women who are underweight often have problems with ovulation.
Alcohol disrupts the hormonal balance of the female reproductive system, leading to menstrual irregularities and even anovulatory cycles (menstrual cycles where ovulation fails to occur).
You should try and cut back on caffeine where possible.
Cigarette smoke contains many toxic substances that impact on both male and female fertility. Men who smoke have been shown to have abnormalities in sperm production. Both sperm quality and quantity are affected.
When trying to conceive, it's best to avoid taking any drugs, prescribed or otherwise.
Going through fertility treatment definitely falls under the heading of ‘a stressful experience’ you are both likely to feel a range of emotions before, during and after treatment. There will be highs and lows, as well as the stress of the actual treatment programme itself, whilst juggling all the other things that are going on in your lives; jobs, home, social life and the rest.
As a complementary treatment for IVF it is claimed that it works by improving blood flow to the reproductive organs, however there is no convincing evidence that it improves ovarian blood and it’s use during stimulation with fertility drugs has as yet not been shown to improve follicle growth, egg quality or endometrial thickening.
Caffeine
Eating a healthy and balanced diet is crucial for both of you when preparing to conceive. Remember… You are what you eat!
Taking vitamins and minerals will help boost your fertility and will definitely improve the health of your pregnancy.
Several studies have shown the beneficial effects of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants on sperm quality.
Being overweight or underweight can reduce the chances of conceiving. Women who are underweight often have problems with ovulation.
Alcohol disrupts the hormonal balance of the female reproductive system, leading to menstrual irregularities and even anovulatory cycles (menstrual cycles where ovulation fails to occur).
You should try and cut back on caffeine where possible.
Cigarette smoke contains many toxic substances that impact on both male and female fertility. Men who smoke have been shown to have abnormalities in sperm production. Both sperm quality and quantity are affected.
When trying to conceive, it's best to avoid taking any drugs, prescribed or otherwise.
Going through fertility treatment definitely falls under the heading of ‘a stressful experience’ you are both likely to feel a range of emotions before, during and after treatment. There will be highs and lows, as well as the stress of the actual treatment programme itself, whilst juggling all the other things that are going on in your lives; jobs, home, social life and the rest.
As a complementary treatment for IVF it is claimed that it works by improving blood flow to the reproductive organs, however there is no convincing evidence that it improves ovarian blood and it’s use during stimulation with fertility drugs has as yet not been shown to improve follicle growth, egg quality or endometrial thickening.
Smoking
Eating a healthy and balanced diet is crucial for both of you when preparing to conceive. Remember… You are what you eat!
Taking vitamins and minerals will help boost your fertility and will definitely improve the health of your pregnancy.
Several studies have shown the beneficial effects of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants on sperm quality.
Being overweight or underweight can reduce the chances of conceiving. Women who are underweight often have problems with ovulation.
Alcohol disrupts the hormonal balance of the female reproductive system, leading to menstrual irregularities and even anovulatory cycles (menstrual cycles where ovulation fails to occur).
You should try and cut back on caffeine where possible.
Cigarette smoke contains many toxic substances that impact on both male and female fertility. Men who smoke have been shown to have abnormalities in sperm production. Both sperm quality and quantity are affected.
When trying to conceive, it's best to avoid taking any drugs, prescribed or otherwise.
Going through fertility treatment definitely falls under the heading of ‘a stressful experience’ you are both likely to feel a range of emotions before, during and after treatment. There will be highs and lows, as well as the stress of the actual treatment programme itself, whilst juggling all the other things that are going on in your lives; jobs, home, social life and the rest.
As a complementary treatment for IVF it is claimed that it works by improving blood flow to the reproductive organs, however there is no convincing evidence that it improves ovarian blood and it’s use during stimulation with fertility drugs has as yet not been shown to improve follicle growth, egg quality or endometrial thickening.
Drugs
Eating a healthy and balanced diet is crucial for both of you when preparing to conceive. Remember… You are what you eat!
Taking vitamins and minerals will help boost your fertility and will definitely improve the health of your pregnancy.
Several studies have shown the beneficial effects of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants on sperm quality.
Being overweight or underweight can reduce the chances of conceiving. Women who are underweight often have problems with ovulation.
Alcohol disrupts the hormonal balance of the female reproductive system, leading to menstrual irregularities and even anovulatory cycles (menstrual cycles where ovulation fails to occur).
You should try and cut back on caffeine where possible.
Cigarette smoke contains many toxic substances that impact on both male and female fertility. Men who smoke have been shown to have abnormalities in sperm production. Both sperm quality and quantity are affected.
When trying to conceive, it's best to avoid taking any drugs, prescribed or otherwise.
Going through fertility treatment definitely falls under the heading of ‘a stressful experience’ you are both likely to feel a range of emotions before, during and after treatment. There will be highs and lows, as well as the stress of the actual treatment programme itself, whilst juggling all the other things that are going on in your lives; jobs, home, social life and the rest.
As a complementary treatment for IVF it is claimed that it works by improving blood flow to the reproductive organs, however there is no convincing evidence that it improves ovarian blood and it’s use during stimulation with fertility drugs has as yet not been shown to improve follicle growth, egg quality or endometrial thickening.
Managing your stress
Eating a healthy and balanced diet is crucial for both of you when preparing to conceive. Remember… You are what you eat!
Taking vitamins and minerals will help boost your fertility and will definitely improve the health of your pregnancy.
Several studies have shown the beneficial effects of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants on sperm quality.
Being overweight or underweight can reduce the chances of conceiving. Women who are underweight often have problems with ovulation.
Alcohol disrupts the hormonal balance of the female reproductive system, leading to menstrual irregularities and even anovulatory cycles (menstrual cycles where ovulation fails to occur).
You should try and cut back on caffeine where possible.
Cigarette smoke contains many toxic substances that impact on both male and female fertility. Men who smoke have been shown to have abnormalities in sperm production. Both sperm quality and quantity are affected.
When trying to conceive, it's best to avoid taking any drugs, prescribed or otherwise.
Going through fertility treatment definitely falls under the heading of ‘a stressful experience’ you are both likely to feel a range of emotions before, during and after treatment. There will be highs and lows, as well as the stress of the actual treatment programme itself, whilst juggling all the other things that are going on in your lives; jobs, home, social life and the rest.
As a complementary treatment for IVF it is claimed that it works by improving blood flow to the reproductive organs, however there is no convincing evidence that it improves ovarian blood and it’s use during stimulation with fertility drugs has as yet not been shown to improve follicle growth, egg quality or endometrial thickening.
Acupuncture
Eating a healthy and balanced diet is crucial for both of you when preparing to conceive. Remember… You are what you eat!
Taking vitamins and minerals will help boost your fertility and will definitely improve the health of your pregnancy.
Several studies have shown the beneficial effects of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants on sperm quality.
Being overweight or underweight can reduce the chances of conceiving. Women who are underweight often have problems with ovulation.
Alcohol disrupts the hormonal balance of the female reproductive system, leading to menstrual irregularities and even anovulatory cycles (menstrual cycles where ovulation fails to occur).
You should try and cut back on caffeine where possible.
Cigarette smoke contains many toxic substances that impact on both male and female fertility. Men who smoke have been shown to have abnormalities in sperm production. Both sperm quality and quantity are affected.
When trying to conceive, it's best to avoid taking any drugs, prescribed or otherwise.
Going through fertility treatment definitely falls under the heading of ‘a stressful experience’ you are both likely to feel a range of emotions before, during and after treatment. There will be highs and lows, as well as the stress of the actual treatment programme itself, whilst juggling all the other things that are going on in your lives; jobs, home, social life and the rest.
As a complementary treatment for IVF it is claimed that it works by improving blood flow to the reproductive organs, however there is no convincing evidence that it improves ovarian blood and it’s use during stimulation with fertility drugs has as yet not been shown to improve follicle growth, egg quality or endometrial thickening.