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With Balanced Diet Against Infertility

Balanced and complete diet is a key to many health problems. For example, in some cases it is enough to improve nutrition in order to solve infertility problems. Let us see what should be eaten in cases of infertility:

1.Folic Acid. Folic acid (folacin or vitamin B)  stimulates the secretion of estrogen, production of female gametes and ovulation. Folic acid together with vitamin B12 participates in synthesising nucleic acid (DNA) and some amino acids. Moreover, with vitamins B6 and B12 improves the function of sexual glands in women and men.
It can be found in: brewer’s yeast, soy, wheat germ, whole grains, legumes, asparagus, broccoli, potatoes, green leafy vegetables, chicken liver, egg yolk, bananas.

 2.Vitamin A. Vitamin A boosts immunity, protects against infection and finally it is a powerful antioxidant. It is important for the reproductive system in men ( it is necessary for sperm production). People who consume too much alcoholic suffer from infertility because alcohol bothered converting provitamin A in its active form in the testes. The best sources: unrefined fish oils, cold pressed vegetable oil, yellow and red fruits, yellow, red and green vegetables, green leafy vegetables, legumes, egg yolk, milk and dairy products.

3.Vitamin C.

Zinc, Manganese and Molybdenum in Nutrition

Zinc in the diet affects a wide range of body functions. We still do not understand how it works and in what way it is useful to the organism. It is maybe more important than we think. Unfortunately, the lack of zinc in the diet is more pronounced among smokers, heavy drinkers, some vegetarians and people with a long history of a disease.

Good sources of zinc:
Shellfish, herring, wheat germ, lean beef, lamb, liver, eggs, legumes, Brazil nuts, almonds, poultry.
How zinc helps?
Zinc helps by boosting immune system, prevent cancer and prostate disease, helps to enhance male potency and energy. Also, it is good for prevention and treatment of colds, it is good for sight, smell and taste, as well as zinc is essential for the proper maintenance of cells.

Symptoms of zinc deficiency:
- Poor appetite.
-Lethargy.
-Bad eyesight, smell or taste.
-Low resistance to infection.
-Hyperactivity in children.
-Hair loss.
-Skin lesions, acne, white spots on fingernails.
The recommended daily dose of zinc
U.S.: 15mg
EU: 15mg