Health advice - Pre-conception
Conception is a complex process and depends on
everything working properly at a number of stages. The woman’s
hormone balance must be correct so that the egg develops normally.
Secondly, the woman must be ovulating so that the egg is released.
Thirdly, you must have sex at the right time in the cycle, and in
addition, the man’s sperm must be healthy to be able to reach the
egg and fertilise it.
So there are a number of things that can go wrong.
Equally, there are a number of areas that can be boosted by the right
nutrition.
You are what you eat, and if you put poor quality
fuel into the very intricate engine that is your body, it may run for a
while, but will eventually become less productive and less efficient.
You need ‘top-grade’ fuel to produce healthy eggs and sperm
to make healthy babies.
To help you get started, here are some general
nutrition guidelines:
Eat your greens
- Fruit and vegetables are rich in a variety of
vitamins, minerals and other important nutrients needed for many body
functions, including producing healthy eggs and sperm.
- Choose organic as much as you can to avoid
excess exposure to pesticides and other chemicals which can cause
mutation in sperm.
Say no to coffee, alcohol, tobacco and other
stimulants
- Drinking as little as one a half cups of coffee
a day has been linked to delayed conception.
- Alcohol and cigarettes rob the body of many
important nutrients. Smoking can also reduce sperm count and impair
motility.
Avoid ‘nutrient robbers’
- Avoid foods high in saturated fats, junk foods,
pre-packaged meals, sugar and salt which all deplete the body of the
nutrients needed for conception.
It can also be helpful to see a qualified
nutritional therapist to get a personalised plan that focuses on your
particular requirements. Both you and your partner will benefit from a
thorough health assessment and support that’s tailor-made to your
needs. And let’s face it, with optimum health and good energy
levels making healthy babies is also easier and more fun! Do get in
touch if you would like to find out more.
Call now for a free no obligation chat to find out
how nutrition can help you.
Tel: 07790 396 320 or e-mail: sanna@sannahealth.com
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