{"id":39619,"date":"2025-06-23T12:56:35","date_gmt":"2025-06-23T10:56:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/urecentrogutenberg.es\/foods-that-improve-female-fertility-truths-and-misconceptions\/"},"modified":"2025-06-23T12:56:35","modified_gmt":"2025-06-23T10:56:35","slug":"foods-that-improve-female-fertility-truths-and-misconceptions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/urecentrogutenberg.es\/en\/foods-that-improve-female-fertility-truths-and-misconceptions\/","title":{"rendered":"Foods that improve female fertility: truths and misconceptions"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>In the midst of the \u201cnatural\u201d, \u201csuper\u201d and \u201cenemy\u201d foods debate, at our fertility clinic in Spain we want to talk to you about foods that focus on fertility. And this is because there are several inaccuracies or false misconceptions that, repeated thousands of times, seem to have become true.\u00a0<strong>Are there foods that can help you to conceive?<\/strong>\u00a0Let\u2019s see\u2026<\/p>\n<p>Healthy foods and a balanced diet are\u00a0<strong>always your best choice<\/strong>. They benefit our general health, boost our defences and make us feel good.<\/p>\n<p>However, we need to understand that not only our diets can impact fertility, but also our\u00a0<strong>exposure to chemicals<\/strong>\u00a0that are present in many of the foods we eat. There is scientific evidence which associates both sperm and egg quality with chronic\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/urecentrogutenberg.es\/en\/endocrine-disruptors-and-fertility-what-are-they-and-how-do-they-affect-fertility\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">exposure to chemicals<\/a>. These toxins are present in foods such as some artificial sweeteners, preservatives, chemical fertilisers and pesticides in fruits and vegetables, hormones in meats and the chemicals that plastic containers release.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Tabla de contenidos<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #3f3f3f;color:#3f3f3f\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #3f3f3f;color:#3f3f3f\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/urecentrogutenberg.es\/en\/foods-that-improve-female-fertility-truths-and-misconceptions\/#Foods_that_are_good_for_your_health_and_your_fertility\" >Foods that are good for your health and your fertility<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/urecentrogutenberg.es\/en\/foods-that-improve-female-fertility-truths-and-misconceptions\/#Foods_you_should_avoid_as_they_are_harmful_to_your_health_and_your_fertility\" >Foods you should avoid as they are harmful to your health and your fertility<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Foods_that_are_good_for_your_health_and_your_fertility\"><\/span>Foods that are good for your health and your fertility<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Without a doubt,\u00a0<strong>fresh fruits and vegetables<\/strong>. These foods are rich in antioxidants which protect all of our cells including eggs and spermatozoids. They are very good \u201cfriends\u201d to our fertility. Additionally, they help to detox our body.<\/p>\n<p>And don\u2019t forget about legumes, leafy\u2011green vegetables such as spinach and Swiss card, and wholegrain cereals.\u00a0<strong>Replace white bread with wholegrain bread<\/strong>\u00a0as it\u2019s much more nutrient and fibre\u2011dense. Apart from wheat you can also try other cereals that are easily found in stores such as oats, spelt, quinoa\u2026 always whole grains.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Nuts and fatty fish<\/strong>\u00a0are also ideal for fertility. The omega\u20113 fatty acids present in these foods prevent the build\u2011up of fat in our arteries and they also benefit memory function. Incorporate salmon, sardines, herring, mackerel, walnuts and hazelnuts into your diet and you won\u2019t forget an important date again.<\/p>\n<p>Let\u2019s talk about iron now.\u00a0<strong>Iron deficiency is related to infertility<\/strong>. Additionally, if you\u2019re thinking about getting pregnant your iron reserves will need to be complete as there\u2019s a natural tendency toward anaemia during pregnancy. Iron is not only found in meat but also in legumes, spinach and nuts which help us to reach optimal levels of this mineral.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Extra virgin olive oil<\/strong>\u00a0is an absolutely natural, unrefined fat replete with polyphenols and monounsaturated fat, so we also recommend including it as a fundamental part of your diet.<\/p>\n<p>And water? To improve your fertility, it is essential that you stay well\u2011hydrated by drinking lots of\u00a0<strong>water and other antioxidant\u2011rich liquids<\/strong>, such as green tea (always in moderation). Avoid sugary drinks and artificially sweetened beverages including processed juices. Opt for natural drinks!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Foods_you_should_avoid_as_they_are_harmful_to_your_health_and_your_fertility\"><\/span>Foods you should avoid as they are harmful to your health and your fertility<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Just as some foods will benefit your fertility and the journey towards a healthy pregnancy, others can end up harming your healthy and fertility. For example,\u00a0<strong>avoid pastries and factory\u2011baked goods as well as processed and\/or refined foods<\/strong>\u00a0(such as white sugar and flour). These are products that have undergone important modifications to their natural state, meaning a large portion of their nutrients have been eliminated and ingredients such as unhealthy fats, additives, chemicals, salt and sugar have been added in excess.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ready\u2011made meals are another example\u00a0<\/strong>of types of products to avoid\u00a0if you want to improve your fertility. Try cooking simple meals using ingredients that are in\u2011season. This way you\u2019ll really know what you are putting into your body and you\u2019ll take advantage of the best products.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Alcohol and caffeine aren\u2019t friends with fertility either<\/strong>. Remember that consumption of these substances is not recommended during pregnancy, meaning\u00a0you should avoid them if you want to conceive.\u00a0Say no to alcoholic beverages and reduce your daily coffee intake.<\/p>\n<p>Additionally, we recommend that you<strong>\u00a0avoid eating an excessive amount of dairy products<\/strong>. It\u2019s best to consume the low\u2011fat, sugar\u2011free versions of these products without artificial sweeteners. Try eating them with fresh fruit, wholegrain cereal or nuts.<\/p>\n<p>What do you think about these recommendations? At our fertility clinic in Spain we don\u2019t believe there is one specific diet to improve your fertility, but we are aware that\u00a0<strong>certain changes to the foods you eat can favour<\/strong>\u00a0your general health and, as a result, help you to conceive.<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019d also like to remind you that\u00a0being overweight or obese can be an obstacle to your fertility. Females whose weight is considered to be morbidly obese have more than twice as high a risk of presenting ovulation disorders. At the other extreme,\u00a0too low a body weight is not good either, as this is normally associated with nutrient deficiencies. A varied, balanced diet consisting of home\u2011cooked meals, accompanied by moderate physical activity, will help you to\u00a0<strong>manage your weight and improve your fertility<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In the midst of the \u201cnatural\u201d, \u201csuper\u201d and \u201cenemy\u201d foods debate, at our fertility clinic in Spain we want to talk to you about foods that focus on fertility. 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