Dr. Patti Yik, a naturopathic doctor, explains dietary recommendations to support fertility for people trying to conceive. She lists fertility-supporting foods (leafy greens for folate; berries for antioxidants; healthy fats like avocado, nuts and seeds for hormone balance; omega-3 rich fish such as salmon and mackerel for male sperm motility; zinc from nuts/seeds) and foods/behaviors to limit (highly processed/sugary foods, excess caffeine and alcohol, BPA-containing plastics). She ends with a call-to-action to download a free fertility diet plan at drpattyick.com.
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You. Hi, I'm Dr. Patty Yick, naturopathic doctor with a practice focus in fertility, and I'm here to share with you one of the most impactful ways to support your fertility nutrition. What you eat can either fuel your fertility or create roadblocks in your journey. Today we'll explore which foods can boost your chances of conception and which ones to limit or avoid. Let's dive in. Let's start with the foods that can give your fertility a natural boost for women. Leafy greens like spinach and kale are packed with folate, which supports healthy egg development. Berries rich in antioxidants protect your eggs from oxidative stress, while healthy fats from avocados, nuts and seeds can help balance hormones and decrease inflammation. For men, omega 3s from fatty fish like salmon and mackerel are key for improving sperm motility. Zinc from nuts and seeds play a vital role in maintaining sperm structure and overall reproductive health. Now let's talk about foods you may want to limit or avoid during your fertility journey. Highly processed foods and those loaded with sugar can disrupt hormone balance and increase inflammation, both of which make it harder to conceive. Excess caffeine and alcohol can impair egg and sperm quality, so it's best to enjoy these in moderation. Even what you store your food in matters. Plastics containing BPA can interfere with your reproductive hormones, so it's best to switch to glass or stainless steel containers when possible. Your fertility journey starts with what's on your plate. By focusing on nutrient dense fertility boosting foods and limiting those that disrupt your hormones, you're taking an incredible step toward achieving your goal. Download my free fast tracked Fertility diet plan@drpattyick.com to get started on your fertility friendly nutrition journey. Don't forget to like subscribe and share this video with someone who might benefit. I'll see you next time.
