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FERTILITY
The fertility rate in Singapore has dropped from 1.60 during the early 2000s to 1.14 this year. As you can imagine, there
can be a lot of factors that could influence a woman’s fertility. While many of these cannot be controlled, adopting a
healthy diet is one that you have control over. Having a healthy body weight and nutrition significantly impact a
woman’s ability to conceive.
A healthy diet and lifestyle choices can boost fertility by up to 69% and whether you plan to conceive right now or not,
paying regular visits to your fertility physician in Singapore and looking after your body are always a good start if you
want a baby in the future. Here is a list of foods that would be beneficial to your health when conceiving a baby.
This fruit is very popular in China, as they mainly use it in their everyday dishes and their traditional medicines. In TCM,
red dates are used to nourish the blood and Qi. It is particularly helpful for women who have blood deficiency issues.
Red date contains the polysaccharide Zizyphus-pectin A. It is a good source of many nutrients, including vitamin C
which is essential for a healthy reproductive system in both men and women. For women, vitamin C boosts fertility,
improves hormone levels, protects immune system health, and helps in iron absorption. For men, vitamin C may increase
sperm count, quality and motility, thereby improving fertility.
Walnuts
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Walnuts are a bit of a unicorn on the nut world hence being singled out in this list. They are the only nuts that have an
excellent source of fertility essentials omega 3 fatty acid and alpha-linoleic acid (ALA). ALA is a precursor for your body
to make DHA, an essential fatty acid for fetal brain development of your future child. Also, walnuts are rich in
magnesium, an important mineral for balancing progesterone and blood flow to the uterus, which lessen the risk of any
unwanted miscarriages.
Another important point about the study is that the type of fats eaten directly affects the quality of a man’s sperm. Diets
rich in omega-3 fatty acids, like those found in walnuts, are associated with healthier sperm quality and production
levels.
Maca Herb
Maca has been in use for thousands of years as a fertility-enhancing medicinal. It is indigenous to the Peruvian Andes
and is like a turnip. It acts as an adaptogen, helping the body cope during times of increased stress, but it may also
affect androgens (testosterone) in both men and women. It is unclear if it affects actual levels of testosterone or just the
receptor, but it has been shown in both male and female mice to affect fertility positively.
Monk’s hand fruit is a native to southern China and named after the monks who first discovered it centuries ago. The
health benefits of the fruit have been well-known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for decades, its natural
compounds make it safe for pregnant women who need glucose intake to have the right amount of motor energy but at
the same time regulate their insulin level into a safe one.
Tangerine Peel
The peel has been used in the treatment of low blood pressure which is crucial for when trying to conceive, a woman
must have stable blood pressure if she is to give birth. This is also used to control morning sickness by regulating the
flow of Qi in the digestive system in pregnant women and
Book used to support male sexual problems, including low sperm
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Fatty Fish
Salmon, sardines, and other fatty fishes are a great source of omega-3 fatty acids. These acids play an important role in
contraception specifically promoting ovulation, which is a key component of fertility. DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) from
fatty fish can support in balancing progesterone, which is one of the most important hormones women need to maintain
a pregnancy post-conception.
Besides salmon, trout, sardines, and other fatty fish, you’ll also find omega-3s in, flaxseed, grass-fed beef, chia seeds, and
more.
Plant-Based Protein
Yes, proteins can also be acquired from plants and not just meat. Some fertility clinics in Singapore would advocate for
plant-based proteins because they are higher in antioxidants compared to animal protein which deactivates free radicals
in the body that can damage sperm and egg cells. By switching for plant-based proteins like quinoa, lentils, nuts, beans,
and seeds you would be getting a higher amount of protein that is needed for the production of newborn cells and
tissue while lessening the substantial risk of infertility.
However, keep in mind that you do not need to be eating leaves all the time to boost your fertility. So while vegetables
play an important role in a fertility diet, there are also plant-based proteins like legumes and tofu that with a little twist
can be as savoury as meat.
High-Fibre Foods
Fibre is a crucial component of a healthy diet, especially when you are trying to conceive. Estrogen-dominance is a state
where women have too much estrogen compared to progesterone, which throws off fertility. By increasing fibre-intake,
it helps women to not just establish a healthy weight, a key for fertility, but also rid the body of extra estrogen through
bowel movements.
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Fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and beans are all great sources of fibre.
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Aside from natural nutrients, you can also boost your fertility in another traditional way. Try our TCM treatments
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