Written by Gloria Tsang, RD of HealthCastle.com Published in December 2007
(HealthCastle.com) You know that diet and lifestyle choices affect your health and lifespan. But no credible science (only old wives' tales) has ever shown that diet affects the chances of getting pregnant - until now.
The Link between Diet and Fertility
Researchers from the Harvard School of Public Health followed over 17,000 women without a history of infertility for eight years as they tried to become pregnant. Researchers found that following a "fertility diet" pattern was associated with a lower risk of ovulatory disorder – a major cause of infertility. The results of this study were published in the scientific journal Obstetrics and Gynecology in November 2007 and in the December 10 issue of Newsweek magazine.
The Fertility Diet: The Lowdown
Eat good quality carbs like whole grains instead of refined carbs.
Avoid trans fats (usually found in fast foods, packaged foods, and commercially baked goods).
Choose plant protein instead of animal protein. Opt for beans and lentils, nuts, tofu, and peas instead of meat.
Go ahead and enjoy your ice-cream. The most surprising finding from the study is that a daily serving or two of whole milk and foods made from whole milk such as full-fat ice cream, yogurt, and cheese seem to offer some protection against ovulatory infertility.
Stay lean. BMIs of 20 to 24 are in the fertility zone.
(HealthCastle.com) You know that diet and lifestyle choices affect your health and lifespan. But no credible science (only old wives' tales) has ever shown that diet affects the chances of getting pregnant - until now.
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