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.

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