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Fertility 100

JJ Ghatt
JJ Ghatt

Trying to conceive and start your family? From the founder and editor in chief of the award-winning top pregnancy, celebrity "bump watch" & parenting advice, review and giveaway blog, BellyitchBlog.com, comes a summary of 100 common tips, suggestions, old wives' tales advice for couples trying to conceive we found in research of conception and fertility. disclaimer: Not to be taken as medical advice or a substitute for medical or alternative medicine treatment or counseling.

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100 Tips, Suggestions, Old Wives Tales and Myths about Fertility and Conception by JJ Ghatt, founder BellyitchBlog.com
On the journey to conceive a child, many women and their partners learn about and hear of several theories, tips, advice and suggestions on increasing their fertility and chances for conception. The staff of BellyitchBlog.com has assembled a listing of 100 tips, suggestions, wives-tales and myths we too have come across in our research and 7-year blogging existence, Also, as parents, we have read sufficient theories in parenting and pregnancy advice books. As not all are scientifically proven, we share these 100 purely for edification purposes only. None of it should be taken as medical advice. Trying to conceive couples should seek a professional or seek out alternative medicines or solutions. Here they are 100 tips, suggestions, theories, dos and donts:
1 change your diet Cut out trans fats from your diet.
2 Eat more unsaturated fats like olive oil, nuts and avocados.
3 Get more protein from vegetables and less from meat.
4 Eat less meat, generally.
5 Pick whole grains over refined carbohydrates.
6 Get a serving or two of full-fat dairy daily.
7 Take a multivitamin that includes plenty of folic acid.
8 Try to get all the iron you need from fruits, vegetables and beans rather than from meat.
9 Cut out soft drinks.
10 Get most of your liquid refreshment from water.
11 Drink coffee or tea in moderation.
12 make lifestyle changes Maintain a healthy weight.
13 Lose weight if you need to.
14 Start exercising daily if you arent already, or pick up the pace if you already do work out.
Things men can eat to increase fertility.
15 Color your plate with at least 2 1/2 cups of vegetables and 2 cups of fruit: leafy greens, purple and yellow vegetables, apples, oranges, kiwi, blueberries and melon.
16 Make sure at least half of all grains eaten are whole grains.
17 Eat plenty fruits and vegetables.
18 Eat vegetable proteins like beans, nuts, seeds and tofu.
19 Snack on an ounce of walnuts or almonds each day.
20 Increase your healthy fat. Drizzle extra-virgin olive oil on roasted vegetables and salads or add avocado to your sandwich.
21 Eat plenty of foods rich in vitamin C and other antioxidants. These nutrients help prevent sperm defects and boost motility (movement). An 8-ounce glass of orange juice has about 124 milligrams (mg) of vitamin C. Aim to get at least 90 mg a day more if you smoke (at least 125 mg).
22 Get enough zinc in your diet. A lack of zinc can make sperm clump together and contribute to infertility. Great sources to help you get the 11 mg you need daily include oysters (16 mg in six medium oysters), extra-lean beef tenderloin (4.8 mg per 3-ounce serving), baked beans (3.5 mg per 1-cup serving), and dark chicken meat (2.38 mg per 3-ounce serving
23 Fuel up on folic acid.
24 Take a multivitamin tablet every day.
25 Eating raspberries could help increase the chances of becoming a father, it has been claimed. They contain high levels of Vitamin C, a key nutrient in male fertility, and magnesium, which is involved in the production of testosterone. They are also thought to protect sperm from oxidative stress.
26 Dont drink too much alcohol Over-consuming alcohol is linked with poor production of normal, healthy sperm.
27 I f you drink alcohol, follow these guidelines for men: no more than two drinks a day (one drink equals 12 ounces of beer, 5 ounces of wine or 1遜 ounces of spirits).
28 Avoid refined carbohydrates as those found in breads.
29 Avoid caffeine in beverages like coffee, tea and sodas.
30 Avoid trans fat like in red meats.
31 Avoid baked goods because they are complex carbohydrates.
32 Consider soy consumption. It may reduce sperm production.
33 Avoid cigarettes. Tobacco use is linked with low sperm counts and slow moving sperm.
34 Avoid Marijuana. Smoking marijuana over a prolonged period of time can result in low sperm counts and poorly developed sperm.
35 Keep a Healthy Weight Research has shown that overweight and obesity can lead to fertility problems by creating hormonal disturbances. Eat right and balance calorie intake with exercise. By eating fewer processed foods and more whole foods, like fresh fruits, vegetables, whole grains, healthy fats and lean proteins, there s less room for mindless eating and empty calorie consumption.
36 Avoid being underweight. It has negative effects on sperm, such as decreased count and poor function.
37 Dont Exercise Too Much. Aim to exercise five days a week for 30 minutes. Too much exercise has been shown to decrease testosterone, which can indirectly lower sperm counts.
38 Avoid steroid use; it can affect fertility by causing testicular shrinkage.
39 Excessive heat on the testicles can decrease the quality of your sperm. Wearing briefs instead of boxers isnt likely to cause a problem, but electric blankets or long hot sauna visits can.
40 Avoid Illicit drug use as they can severely impact fertility, depending on what youre using
41 Be mindful of prescription drugs. Prescription drugs, of course, may be harder to avoid. Talk to your doctor about your medications, and let her know youre trying to conceive. There may be alternative versions of those medications that dont impact fertility.
42 Avoid stressful situations or people.
43 Take care with chemicals. Some chemicals can cause male infertility, too. Men who work in the chemical industry and those that work in roadway cleaning or maintenance are especially susceptible.
44 Avoid Stress
45 Avoid contracting STDs. Several sexually transmitted diseases can lead to lower sperm counts and sterility.
46 Dont be old. Of course, aging is hard to avoid, but knowing you are starting at a more advanced level, older you are, the tougher it is to conceive. If you are older, be prepared to explore science to help the process, including in vitro fertilization, surrogacy etc.
47 Eat as much natural low processed foods.
48 Eat more oatmeal.
49 Eat more brown rice.
50 Take in more calcium like from milk.
51 Drink more orange juice.
52 Take a multivitamin because it contains folic acid, calcium and zinc that have fertility boost.
53 Eat lots of low-fat dairy products.
MYTHS RELATED to FERTILITY
54 Sexual position matters. It doesnt get the sperm to the ovaries faster though laying down with hips propped up afterwards may assist gravity. It cant hurt.
55 Lay with pillow under bottom after sex will help lead sperm up to fallopian tube is a myth although many people swear by it.
56 Lubricant can help transport sperm to egg. False. Lube can alter ph balance of vagina.
57 As soon as you give up on fertility treatment you will get pregnant. False. Actually 20% of those diagnosed with infertility go on to conceive on their own.
58 You need an orgasm to conceive. This myth hasnt been scientifically proven but it doesnt hurt just in case.
59 Must have sex everyday. Its not necessary. Rather, its best when your basal temperature calendar shows you are most fertile.
60 Alternative medicine theories: Eat more raspberries and blueberries. Their antioxidant effects are good for a fertile environment in your body.
61 Eat foods high in Omega-3 like Salmon, walnuts, flaxseeds and eggs
62 Eat more figs if you are a man as they have been known to boost sperm quality.
63 Drink more Green Tea as it has been known to cleanse and create more fertile mucous.
64 Eat more coconut cream as the anti-microbal contents are a cleanser and prepare your body for pregnancy.
65 Eat more olives as they too prepare the body for reproducing.
66 Massage clary sage above the reproductive region.
67 Massage lavender oil, considered to be an aphrodisiac, into the skin.
68 Try acupuncture. It can ease stress and prepare the body to relax and be more attune to conception.
69 Try yoga to ease out of depression or feeling too sad and upset about it taking so long to conceive. Becoming more relaxed may help.
70 Eat Pineapple core 1-5 days after ovulating helps with implantation because the core contains an enzyme called bromelain that is supposed to help with implantation.
71 If you are male, eat maca root, a natural root said to boost male sperm count, increase semen production and sperm motility. It comes in pill form can can be found at health food stores.
72 If you are a woman, consider inserting Instead SoftCups inside the vagina after intercourse. The product, initially marketed as an alternative to tampons, is said to help keep semen in place and close to the cervix with the the concept being the longer semen stays close the cervix, the more sperm will reach the egg.
73 Eat organic foods when you can to reduce exposure to estrogenic pesticides
74 Avoid refined and hydrogenated oils.
75 Get plenty of B vitamins in whole foods such as lentils, rice, bran,and blackstrap molasses or in supplements. B6, in particular, enhances the breakdown of estrogen and its removal from the body.
76 Take regular baths with epsom salts, essential oils such as frankincense and lavender.
77 Apply a castor oil pack to your lower abdomen twice a day during your period to invigorate the blood and help the lymphatic system move more debris.
78 Try meditation to relax.
79 Look within to see if you are harboring suppressed emotions which could be exacerbating your physical issues.
80 Eat garlic which has strong antibacterial properties that can help fight infections.
81 Consider taking a zinc supplement which is helpful for the immune system.
82 Steer clear of fluoride which displaces iodine in the thyroid gland and interferes with proper thyroid function by preventing the formation of thyroxine.
83 Eat more Broccoli, cabbage, collard greens, kale, brussel sprouts, bok choy, cauliflower, turnips and rutabagas.
84 Chew your food well.
85 Limit wheat in your diet.
86 Take iron supplements.
87 Eat at regular times.
88 Eat seaweed such as kelp.
89 Avoid fried foods.
90 Avoid excess salt and sodium in your diet.
91 Get plenty of rest.
92 Keep a regular schedule and establish a regular bedtime routine,
93 Learn to say no. Do not overdo things at work.
94 Conserve energy and do not expend excess energy on stress or non-exercise related activities.
95 For men, avoid excessive masturbation.
96 Avoid spicy foods.
97 Avoid saunas, Bikram yoga, and getting overheated.
98 Stop taking weight loss pills if you do because the stimulants in them are not good for conception.
99 Limit time near electrical machinery including time spent in front of a computer, toxic fumes such as those emitted by paints, construction materials and dry cleaners.
100 Surround yourself by positive people but avoid overstimulation from loud environments, scary movies, big parties, rock concerts and the like.
Good luck and Godspeed! Now, youve heard and read it all, please do know you have to take all of the aforementioned with a grain of salt. nothing is guaranteed. But if you are struggling to conceive, awareness of a few more tips and suggestions cant hurt to test out. Good Luck! JJ Ghatt, editor-in-chief, founder BellyitchBlog.com

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  • 2. 100 Tips, Suggestions, Old Wives Tales and Myths about Fertility and Conception by JJ Ghatt, founder BellyitchBlog.com
  • 3. On the journey to conceive a child, many women and their partners learn about and hear of several theories, tips, advice and suggestions on increasing their fertility and chances for conception. The staff of BellyitchBlog.com has assembled a listing of 100 tips, suggestions, wives-tales and myths we too have come across in our research and 7-year blogging existence, Also, as parents, we have read sufficient theories in parenting and pregnancy advice books. As not all are scientifically proven, we share these 100 purely for edification purposes only. None of it should be taken as medical advice. Trying to conceive couples should seek a professional or seek out alternative medicines or solutions. Here they are 100 tips, suggestions, theories, dos and donts:
  • 4. 1 change your diet Cut out trans fats from your diet.
  • 5. 2 Eat more unsaturated fats like olive oil, nuts and avocados.
  • 6. 3 Get more protein from vegetables and less from meat.
  • 7. 4 Eat less meat, generally.
  • 8. 5 Pick whole grains over refined carbohydrates.
  • 9. 6 Get a serving or two of full-fat dairy daily.
  • 10. 7 Take a multivitamin that includes plenty of folic acid.
  • 11. 8 Try to get all the iron you need from fruits, vegetables and beans rather than from meat.
  • 12. 9 Cut out soft drinks.
  • 13. 10 Get most of your liquid refreshment from water.
  • 14. 11 Drink coffee or tea in moderation.
  • 16. 13 Lose weight if you need to.
  • 17. 14 Start exercising daily if you arent already, or pick up the pace if you already do work out.
  • 18. Things men can eat to increase fertility.
  • 19. 15 Color your plate with at least 2 1/2 cups of vegetables and 2 cups of fruit: leafy greens, purple and yellow vegetables, apples, oranges, kiwi, blueberries and melon.
  • 20. 16 Make sure at least half of all grains eaten are whole grains.
  • 21. 17 Eat plenty fruits and vegetables.
  • 22. 18 Eat vegetable proteins like beans, nuts, seeds and tofu.
  • 23. 19 Snack on an ounce of walnuts or almonds each day.
  • 24. 20 Increase your healthy fat. Drizzle extra-virgin olive oil on roasted vegetables and salads or add avocado to your sandwich.
  • 25. 21 Eat plenty of foods rich in vitamin C and other antioxidants. These nutrients help prevent sperm defects and boost motility (movement). An 8-ounce glass of orange juice has about 124 milligrams (mg) of vitamin C. Aim to get at least 90 mg a day more if you smoke (at least 125 mg).
  • 26. 22 Get enough zinc in your diet. A lack of zinc can make sperm clump together and contribute to infertility. Great sources to help you get the 11 mg you need daily include oysters (16 mg in six medium oysters), extra-lean beef tenderloin (4.8 mg per 3-ounce serving), baked beans (3.5 mg per 1-cup serving), and dark chicken meat (2.38 mg per 3-ounce serving
  • 27. 23 Fuel up on folic acid.
  • 28. 24 Take a multivitamin tablet every day.
  • 29. 25 Eating raspberries could help increase the chances of becoming a father, it has been claimed. They contain high levels of Vitamin C, a key nutrient in male fertility, and magnesium, which is involved in the production of testosterone. They are also thought to protect sperm from oxidative stress.
  • 30. 26 Dont drink too much alcohol Over-consuming alcohol is linked with poor production of normal, healthy sperm.
  • 31. 27 I f you drink alcohol, follow these guidelines for men: no more than two drinks a day (one drink equals 12 ounces of beer, 5 ounces of wine or 1遜 ounces of spirits).
  • 32. 28 Avoid refined carbohydrates as those found in breads.
  • 33. 29 Avoid caffeine in beverages like coffee, tea and sodas.
  • 34. 30 Avoid trans fat like in red meats.
  • 35. 31 Avoid baked goods because they are complex carbohydrates.
  • 36. 32 Consider soy consumption. It may reduce sperm production.
  • 37. 33 Avoid cigarettes. Tobacco use is linked with low sperm counts and slow moving sperm.
  • 38. 34 Avoid Marijuana. Smoking marijuana over a prolonged period of time can result in low sperm counts and poorly developed sperm.
  • 39. 35 Keep a Healthy Weight Research has shown that overweight and obesity can lead to fertility problems by creating hormonal disturbances. Eat right and balance calorie intake with exercise. By eating fewer processed foods and more whole foods, like fresh fruits, vegetables, whole grains, healthy fats and lean proteins, there s less room for mindless eating and empty calorie consumption.
  • 40. 36 Avoid being underweight. It has negative effects on sperm, such as decreased count and poor function.
  • 41. 37 Dont Exercise Too Much. Aim to exercise five days a week for 30 minutes. Too much exercise has been shown to decrease testosterone, which can indirectly lower sperm counts.
  • 42. 38 Avoid steroid use; it can affect fertility by causing testicular shrinkage.
  • 43. 39 Excessive heat on the testicles can decrease the quality of your sperm. Wearing briefs instead of boxers isnt likely to cause a problem, but electric blankets or long hot sauna visits can.
  • 44. 40 Avoid Illicit drug use as they can severely impact fertility, depending on what youre using
  • 45. 41 Be mindful of prescription drugs. Prescription drugs, of course, may be harder to avoid. Talk to your doctor about your medications, and let her know youre trying to conceive. There may be alternative versions of those medications that dont impact fertility.
  • 47. 43 Take care with chemicals. Some chemicals can cause male infertility, too. Men who work in the chemical industry and those that work in roadway cleaning or maintenance are especially susceptible.
  • 49. 45 Avoid contracting STDs. Several sexually transmitted diseases can lead to lower sperm counts and sterility.
  • 50. 46 Dont be old. Of course, aging is hard to avoid, but knowing you are starting at a more advanced level, older you are, the tougher it is to conceive. If you are older, be prepared to explore science to help the process, including in vitro fertilization, surrogacy etc.
  • 51. 47 Eat as much natural low processed foods.
  • 54. 50 Take in more calcium like from milk.
  • 56. 52 Take a multivitamin because it contains folic acid, calcium and zinc that have fertility boost.
  • 57. 53 Eat lots of low-fat dairy products.
  • 58. MYTHS RELATED to FERTILITY
  • 59. 54 Sexual position matters. It doesnt get the sperm to the ovaries faster though laying down with hips propped up afterwards may assist gravity. It cant hurt.
  • 60. 55 Lay with pillow under bottom after sex will help lead sperm up to fallopian tube is a myth although many people swear by it.
  • 61. 56 Lubricant can help transport sperm to egg. False. Lube can alter ph balance of vagina.
  • 62. 57 As soon as you give up on fertility treatment you will get pregnant. False. Actually 20% of those diagnosed with infertility go on to conceive on their own.
  • 63. 58 You need an orgasm to conceive. This myth hasnt been scientifically proven but it doesnt hurt just in case.
  • 64. 59 Must have sex everyday. Its not necessary. Rather, its best when your basal temperature calendar shows you are most fertile.
  • 65. 60 Alternative medicine theories: Eat more raspberries and blueberries. Their antioxidant effects are good for a fertile environment in your body.
  • 66. 61 Eat foods high in Omega-3 like Salmon, walnuts, flaxseeds and eggs
  • 67. 62 Eat more figs if you are a man as they have been known to boost sperm quality.
  • 68. 63 Drink more Green Tea as it has been known to cleanse and create more fertile mucous.
  • 69. 64 Eat more coconut cream as the anti-microbal contents are a cleanser and prepare your body for pregnancy.
  • 70. 65 Eat more olives as they too prepare the body for reproducing.
  • 71. 66 Massage clary sage above the reproductive region.
  • 72. 67 Massage lavender oil, considered to be an aphrodisiac, into the skin.
  • 73. 68 Try acupuncture. It can ease stress and prepare the body to relax and be more attune to conception.
  • 74. 69 Try yoga to ease out of depression or feeling too sad and upset about it taking so long to conceive. Becoming more relaxed may help.
  • 75. 70 Eat Pineapple core 1-5 days after ovulating helps with implantation because the core contains an enzyme called bromelain that is supposed to help with implantation.
  • 76. 71 If you are male, eat maca root, a natural root said to boost male sperm count, increase semen production and sperm motility. It comes in pill form can can be found at health food stores.
  • 77. 72 If you are a woman, consider inserting Instead SoftCups inside the vagina after intercourse. The product, initially marketed as an alternative to tampons, is said to help keep semen in place and close to the cervix with the the concept being the longer semen stays close the cervix, the more sperm will reach the egg.
  • 78. 73 Eat organic foods when you can to reduce exposure to estrogenic pesticides
  • 79. 74 Avoid refined and hydrogenated oils.
  • 80. 75 Get plenty of B vitamins in whole foods such as lentils, rice, bran,and blackstrap molasses or in supplements. B6, in particular, enhances the breakdown of estrogen and its removal from the body.
  • 81. 76 Take regular baths with epsom salts, essential oils such as frankincense and lavender.
  • 82. 77 Apply a castor oil pack to your lower abdomen twice a day during your period to invigorate the blood and help the lymphatic system move more debris.
  • 84. 79 Look within to see if you are harboring suppressed emotions which could be exacerbating your physical issues.
  • 85. 80 Eat garlic which has strong antibacterial properties that can help fight infections.
  • 86. 81 Consider taking a zinc supplement which is helpful for the immune system.
  • 87. 82 Steer clear of fluoride which displaces iodine in the thyroid gland and interferes with proper thyroid function by preventing the formation of thyroxine.
  • 88. 83 Eat more Broccoli, cabbage, collard greens, kale, brussel sprouts, bok choy, cauliflower, turnips and rutabagas.
  • 90. 85 Limit wheat in your diet.
  • 95. 90 Avoid excess salt and sodium in your diet.
  • 97. 92 Keep a regular schedule and establish a regular bedtime routine,
  • 98. 93 Learn to say no. Do not overdo things at work.
  • 99. 94 Conserve energy and do not expend excess energy on stress or non-exercise related activities.
  • 100. 95 For men, avoid excessive masturbation.
  • 102. 97 Avoid saunas, Bikram yoga, and getting overheated.
  • 103. 98 Stop taking weight loss pills if you do because the stimulants in them are not good for conception.
  • 104. 99 Limit time near electrical machinery including time spent in front of a computer, toxic fumes such as those emitted by paints, construction materials and dry cleaners.
  • 105. 100 Surround yourself by positive people but avoid overstimulation from loud environments, scary movies, big parties, rock concerts and the like.
  • 106. Good luck and Godspeed! Now, youve heard and read it all, please do know you have to take all of the aforementioned with a grain of salt. nothing is guaranteed. But if you are struggling to conceive, awareness of a few more tips and suggestions cant hurt to test out. Good Luck! JJ Ghatt, editor-in-chief, founder BellyitchBlog.com