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What is the Fertility Diet ?

A diet focused on infertility in women, there’s no guarantee to get pregnant.
Increases fertility in women with ovulation disorders. Such as, polycystic ovary syndrome
It’s an easy diet that’s simple to follow and is very flexible.
Focuses on eliminating fast carbs which are processed foods such as, white bread, flavored milk, cookies and cakes
*incorporate plant proteins and good carbs* = the key to this diet
Essential to limit/ cut-out red meats.
Ingest slow carbs that are minimally processed such as, fresh fruit, whole grains and veggies

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Diet Meal Plan Example

Breakfast : oatmeal w/ toasted almonds blueberries and whole milk

Snack: rye crackers and cheddar cheese

Lunch: 3 bean salad with avocados and tangerines

2nd Snack: dried apricots and pistachios

Dinner: salmon, cabbage, sweet potatoes and side of blueberries/raspberries

Pros & Cons

Pros:

Easy to follow
Allows for variety
Extensive weight-loss following pregnancy if diet is maintained
Rich in nutrient dense foods such as, plant proteins, whole grains, healthy saturated fats and full fat dairy.
Encourages 30 minutes of exercise
Safe to follow, mimics diets for people with diabetes and cardiovascular disease
LOW IN COST b/c diet can be followed with the simplest recipes.

Cons:

Diet is not designed to address male fertility issues. Such as, low sperm count, sperm defects, immune disorders etcs.

Health Benefits/ Weight Loss

Replacing meat protein with good carbs has offered some help with protection against heart attack, stroke and early death from cardiovascular disease.
Improves artery health, blood flow etc
Increased plant protein from beans, nuts, grains and veggies cut heart attack and stroke risk compared with animal proteins
Increased weight-loss because processed foods are cut out if diet is continued