Fertility Superfoods–Natural Fertility Secrets Series, Tip #3
This post is part of our series–Secrets to Naturally Maximize Your Fertility. Tip #3 is to supplement your diet with fertility superfoods. At Family Acupuncture & Herbs of Reading, we focus on a holistic approach to supporting our fertility patients. You’ve probably been bombarded with specific food recommendations, which can be overwhelming. Here are a few of the best supplements and foods that can assist in achieving fertility–for both women and men:*
- OPCs (or oligomeric proanthocyanidins)—OPCs are very powerful antioxidants designed to reduce free radical damage, which can adversely affect quality of eggs and sperm. OPC supplements are widely available through various companies. One product we have recommended to patients is OPC ISOTONIC by Saratoga Supplements.
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- Omega 3s are important for building and producing new cells.*  The best sources are from fatty fish such as salmon, mackerel, menhaden, herring and sardines. (Cod liver oil is commonly taken as a supplement, but does not have as high of an omega 3 content as these other fish.) Alternatives include flax seeds and flax seed oil. We highly recommend the brand, Nordic Naturals, and are pleased to offer you a 15% off discount and free shipping when you use practitioner code 106250.
- Royal jelly—This substance is the sole food of queen bees, which give birth to up to 2,000 eggs daily. It has been reported to strengthen the reproductive systems of men and women.*  It contains all of the B complex vitamins (including a high concentration of vitamin B5 and B6), minerals, enzymes, 18 amino acids, and antibacterial and antibiotic elements. Dr. Danielle’s Bee Well
is a popular product in capsule form.
- Chlorophyll rich foods (aka “super greens”) are fantastic for building blood.*  The chlorophyll molecule is identical to hemoglobin, the foundation of your red blood cells. The only difference is that a hemoglobin molecule has iron at its center, while magnesium is found at the center of chlorophyll. Chlorophyll serves to purify and rejuvenate the blood and reduce inflammation. Some great sources of chlorophyll include kale, collard greens, spinach, wheatgrass
, and spirulina
. (Generally, speaking, the greener the plant, the more chlorophyll it has.)Â Incorporate these greens into your diet by adding them to your meals, juicing them (adding in a green apple makes it really tasty), throwing them in smoothies or consume them via supplements.
Navigating recommendations on how to improve your fertility can be overwhelming. We’re here to help. We specialize in treating infertility, with our clinic director, Jose Ruiz, being only one of four ABORM certified fertility acupuncturists in Massachusetts. At Family Acupuncture & Herbs, we offer nutritional counseling to our fertility patients as part of a patient’s acupuncture treatment plan. We can provide you with guidelines, handouts, recipes, coaching and support. Contact us today for a FREE consultation and evaluation!
*Disclaimer:Â Specific results are not guaranteed. Â Results may vary from person to person.
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