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Eating nuts regularly could improve s***m health, a study suggests.

Men who ate about two handfuls of mixed almonds, hazelnuts and walnuts daily for 14 weeks improved their s***m count and had more viable "swimmers", scientists found.

About one in seven couples have difficulty getting pregnant and about 40-50% of cases of infertility are attributable to men.

Read more at our blog here https://mygenhealth.com.au/fertility-and-your-diet/

The little sunflower seed packs a mighty punch

They’re rich in vitamin E and packed with folate and selenium, which are important for male and female fertility.

Sunflower seeds are also a great source of omega-3 and 6 fatty acids. Adding them to your diet is easy.

You could sprinkle a handful over a salad, stir into yoghurt or add to a trail mix.
Grab sunflower seeds next time you’re at the shop.

https://www.verywellfamily.com/fertility-foods-recipes-1959903

Seeking alternative wellness and treatment options to enhance fertility, such as acupuncture for fertility, is rapidly becoming an acceptable and popular option for singles and couples looking to start or grow a family.

But how does acupuncture work for fertility and how effective is it for couples using IVF?

How Does Acupuncture Help Fertility? How does acupuncture work for fertility? Here’s everything you need to know about acupuncture, when to do acupuncture and how it can help you conceive.

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How fertile are you?

Twiddling your thumbs and hoping for the positive sign on the test is one thing, but knowledge is everything. And there are lots of ways to assess where you are in your ‘fertility lifeline’. By the time a woman is 36 her chances of conceiving naturally each month is only 15 percent.

And at 45 there is only a 1 percent chance per month for conception. Men’s fertility will also decline but not as steeply as women’s, but there are tests you can do for both.

“A worthwhile measurement is the Anti-Mullerian (AMH) or ‘egg-timer’ test, which can help gauge where your fertility is sitting and whether you should be fast-tracking decisions to start a family,” says Haberecht.

“The AMH test however does not test egg quality, it just lets you know whether your egg reserve is starting to decline. After the age of 35 a woman’s fertility will start to decline more rapidly.”

https://mygenhealth.com.au/fertility-and-your-age/

It’s important to eat properly throughout your entire pregnancy.

During your third trimester (28 weeks-plus), vitamin C, fibre, vitamin K and thiamine (vitamin B1) are especially important. At this stage, you need an extra 500kj each day. Avocado salad is delicious and contains vitamin C, vitamin E and fibre.

Simply slice or dice an avocado, mix with walnuts, vitamin K-rich rocket, and mango slices or orange segments. Add good quality olive oil and eat up

Did you know your skin may change while pregnant?

You see, the hormonal changes you experience while pregnant may affect your whole body – including your skin.
So your ni***es and the area around the may go darker. Your skin colour may also darken, either in patches or all over.

Birthmarks, moles and freckles may also darken.
Some women develop a dark line down the middle of their stomach linea nigra.

The good news is, these changes will gradually fade after the baby is born, although your ni***es may remain a little darker for a little while.

Source: https://www.pregnancybirthbaby.org.au/changes-to-your-skin-during-pregnancy

Heard about the power of herbs for fertility?

They can make a big difference to a couple suffering from ovulation dysfunction or age-related infertility.

There are various ways to reduce inflammation and treat endometriosis - have you tried tumeric and licorice?

Turmeric has strong anti-inflammatory properties that can be beneficial to people experiencing endometriosis symptoms.

Why not make your own turmeric tea by boiling one cup of water and adding a teaspoon of both turmeric and ginger powder. You can also add honey and lemon to taste.

There are two types of iron we can consume from foods – iron from animal sources, known as ‘haem iron’ – which is taken up by the body around 10 times better than iron from plant sources, known as ‘non-haem iron’.

For a healthy diet rich in iron, you need to eat at least two serves of red meat, chicken, fish, legumes, or nuts every day.

If you’re vegetarian, you’ll need to shoehorn in wholegrain and iron-fortified bread and cereals, legumes such as kidney beans, lentils, and chickpeas, green leafy veg such as spinach or broccoli and nuts and dried fruit.

During pregnancy always follow dietary advice from your health care team – although offal is high in iron, too much is not recommended as its large amounts of vitamin A can cause birth defects.

Do I need to take a prenatal supplement?

Preconception and pregnancy is a critical time whereby optimal health and nutrition is fundamental for both the mother and her baby. A comprehensive prenatal supplement can ensure their vital nutritional needs are met.

Our Maternity Formula is designed to help support you and your baby during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Each formula provides for your health needs without compromising on quality, strength or cost. The nutritional needs of men and women differ greatly and Mygen Health provides tailored formulas designed to effectively address these particular needs.

Head to our website for more info or recommendations for mazing practitioners in your area.