Focusing on fertility outcomes with foods for fertility can change how your body works from the inside out. Changing your diet before you conceive can help improve your chances of fertility on your fertility journey! Fertility starts on the inside, and by focusing on what you put inside your body, you can help your body and hormones achieve an optimal environment for your baby’s 9-month stay.
In this blog, we’ll cover fertility diet foods to include, fertility diet foods to avoid, how stress management improves your fertility, and how Mercier Therapy can serve as your holistic conception support!
First on the list, let’s talk about foods that help you reach your fertility goals!
Fertility Diet Foods to Include
Fertility diets focus on nutrition. Getting adequate micronutrients can help improve your fertility journey by supporting the organs responsible for hormone production and reproductive processes. We love these foods to support a woman’s fertility journey:
Eggs
Eggs are rich in essential nutrients like choline and protein. Eggs support cell development and hormone production.
Liver and Organ Meats
Liver and organ meats are packed with vitamins A and B, iron, and folate. Organ meats can boost fertility and improve overall reproductive health.
Meat on the Bone
Meat on the bone contains collagen and gelatin, which are beneficial for gut health and hormone regulation.
Slow-Cooked Meat
Slow-cooking meat preserves the nutrients and breaks down proteins for better digestion and absorption.
Bone Broth
Bone broth is high in minerals and amino acids and supports a healthy gut and immune system.
Fatty Fish and Seafood
Fatty fish and seafood are loaded with omega-3 fatty acids, which reduce inflammation and support hormone balance.
Minimally Processed, Full-Fat Dairy Product
Full-fat fairy provides calcium and vitamin D, essential for reproductive health.
Fermented Food
Fermented food enhances gut health by increasing good bacteria, which can improve hormone balance.
Vegetables and Fruit
Produce is rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals and can help reduce inflammation and oxidative stress.
Electrolytes and Salt
Electrolytes and salt maintain hydration and proper cellular function, which are vital for fertility.
Fertility Diet Foods to Avoid
Now that you know what foods to include, let’s discuss foods to avoid. We recommend avoiding the following foods as they are shown to be harmful to hormone balance and can lead to inflammation.
Alcohol
Alcohol disrupts hormone balance and leads to inflammation in the body
Caffeine
Excessive caffeine intake can interfere with ovulation and hormone levels
Refined Carbohydrates
Refined carbohydrates cause blood sugar spikes and lead to insulin resistance, negatively impacting fertility
Sugar
High sugar intake can cause inflammation and disrupt hormone balance
Artificial Sweeteners
Artificial sweeteners are linked to negative effects on metabolic health and hormone levels
Vegetable Oils
Vegetable and seed oils are high in omega-6 fatty acids, which can promote inflammation and imbalance hormones
Trans Fats
Trans Fats are found in processed foods. Trans fats can interfere with insulin sensitivity and hormone function
Soy
Soy contains phytoestrogens that can disrupt natural hormone balance
Stress Management for Improved Fertility
Stress management is crucial for improved fertility chances! When you’re stressed, your body makes cortisol, and too much cortisol disrupts hormones.
When hormones are out of balance, it’s harder to get pregnant. That is why stress management is crucial for improved chances of fertility! Here are some things you can do to help manage your stress when you’re trying to conceive:
- Sleep at least 7 hours per night. Adequate sleep helps regulate hormones and reduces stress.
- Commit to a weekly exercise like walking or yoga. Regular physical activity helps lower cortisol levels and promotes relaxation.
- Journal or meditate. Both practices help clear the mind, reduce stress, and improve emotional well-being.
- Read a book. Engaging in a good book can be a great way to unwind and reduce stress.
- Get a massage. Massage therapy relaxes muscles, lowers cortisol, and improves circulation.
- Get acupuncture. Acupuncture can help balance hormones, reduce stress, and improve fertility by balancing the body and restoring it to proper function.
Holistic Fertility Support with Mercier Therapy
What is Mercier Therapy, and how can it help your fertility journey?
Mercier Therapy is a holistic fertility protocol developed by Dr. Jennifer Mercier as a natural way to overcome pelvic pain and increase a woman’s chances of getting pregnant.
This holistic fertility technique involves the manual manipulation of the pelvic organs to restore mobility, improve blood flow through the pelvis, and optimize the health and function of the pelvic organs. Mercier Therapy improves fertility outcomes, even for women who are undergoing IVF, by focusing on pelvic organ health.
This unique fertility therapy is performed on the abdominal area, hips, and low back. Women often experience improved mobility in these areas after treatment. To get optimal results, we recommend patients come once per week for six weeks.
Mercier Therapy is an incredible fertility tool, and combined with a balanced diet and stress management, it can increase your chances of conceiving naturally!
Want to learn more about Bloom Well Family Wellness’s fertility program? Schedule your fertility consult and work 1:1 with Dr. Abigail Emery to get holistic conception support, nutrition and lifestyle guidance, and Mercier Therapy!
