Fertility Supplements

Fertility supplements i.e. vitamins and minerals to enhance your fertility the natural way is a choice you can make. Taking care of yourself before you get pregnant is important for you and your baby-to-be. Experts recommend 3-4 months as the window period for pre-conceptual care to be effective because it takes that much time for sperms to be made and for eggs to develop from its follicle. Another point worth noting is that women are already 2 weeks pregnant before they miss a period so eating right and taking fertility supplements before conceiving is very important. Nutritionists have concluded that slight variation to minerals and vitamins can interfere with egg and sperm production or lead to a miscarriage.

Fertility supplements can be effective in rebalancing your hormones and improving your overall health and fertility. Taking a good daily multivitamin and mineral can double the chances of conception and help in fertility according to research as findings suggest that it does help produce better quality eggs. It may take several months of supplementation before you reap fruitful results. Here is a rundown on the fertility supplement dosage to take before trying to become pregnant. Check with your gynecologist on a good prenatal supplement as all the necessary vitamins and minerals will be in appropriate doses suitable for the pregnancy phase. Then you may add in other individual nutrients on top to meet the required daily dose.

[accordions title=”” disabled=”false” active=”0″ autoheight=”false” collapsible=”true”] [accordion title=”Vitamin A: 5000 IU (International Units)”]This vitamin contains important antioxidants to fight toxins. It is also important for DNA replication. It is important to have good levels of vitamin A at the time of conception since it is vital to the developing embryo. Prenatal vitamins contain the vegetable version of vitamin A or beta carotene. This is a healthy form of vitamin A and should be taken to benefit you and your coming baby. Be sure to avoid animal form of vitamin A or retinol. An excess of vitamin A can be damaging to the growing fetus.[/accordion] [accordion title=”Vitamin B: B1 (1.5 mg), B2 (1.6 mg), B3 (17 mg), B6 (2.2 mg)”]Vitamin B: B1 (1.5 mg), B2 (1.6 mg), B3 (17 mg), B6 (2.2 mg), Folic (400 mcg-1mg), B12 (2.2 mcg), Pantothenic Acid (5 mg), Biotin (35 mcg)

This family of vitamins is vital for maintaining a healthy nervous system, for the production of DNA and for proper hormonal balance. Most prenatal vitamins contain them. They regulate hormone balance, especially progesterone. Research shows that B vitamins raise progesterone levels in women with irregular periods and consequently boost their fertility.
B12 has been instrumental in improving male sperm count. It is critical to red blood cell formation and nervous system function. Insufficiency may cause anemia and affect ovulation.
Folic is very important and all women are advised to take it when planning to have a family. It reduces the risk of spina bifida and other neural tube birth defects and helps in the prevention of cervical dysplasia. Folic is also important for the formation of healthy cells, which is necessary for DNA production and cell division.
Vitamin B6 helps the body metabolize excess estrogen, produce sufficient progesterone and lower prolactin levels. Deficiency in B6 can cause miscarriage to occur as estrogen levels shoot up and progesterone levels drop.
B2 helps in the thyroid function which is necessary for ovulatory and menstrual health.
B1 is necessary for proper metabolism and is vital for the release of energy from carbohydrates, fats and generally aids digestion. During pregnancy it helps in fetal growth.[/accordion] [accordion title=”Vitamin C: 500-1000 mg”]Another important antioxidant, it helps your body fight infection and strengthens your immunity. It is needed to assimilate iron; vitamin C helps in the absorption of this mineral so it should be taken with iron. In right doses vitamin C is known to aid in the ovulation process. However an excess can interfere with ovulation since research shows that it can dry up cervical mucus and prevent sperm from reaching the egg. It becomes especially important for people who smoke.[/accordion] [accordion title=”Vitamin D: 400 IU”]Vitamin D is required for the necessary metabolism of calcium and phosphorus. Excessive amounts can result in birth defects.[/accordion][accordion title=”Vitamin E: 200 IU”]

Also termed the anti-sterility vitamin, it has been linked to increased fertility in both men and women. It is a potent antioxidant that balances hormone production and ensures regular ovulation. Vitamin E plays a vital role in the reproductive function. It aids in the production of cervical mucus, boosts the sperm quality and helps in preserving your fertility longer.
Iron: 30 mg of ferrous fumarate

Iron is responsible for the production of hemoglobin. It is important to maintain good levels of iron at the preconception stage since baby will draw on your reserve of irons during pregnancy. Iron taken with vitamin C (this vitamin increases its absorption power) improves fertility. Insufficiency can cause anemia which in turn will interfere with menstrual function and ovulation. Iron supplement can cause constipation so up your water and fiber intake.[/accordion][accordion title=”Zinc: 30 mg”]An antioxidant, this mineral plays a vital role in normal cell division. In pregnant women it is important for the development of fetus. Zinc is needed for the proper processing of genetic materials. A lack can prove damaging to the FSH and LH hormones and interfere with the thyroid function as well. Deficiency can lead to an increased risk of infertility. Zinc plays a major role in sperm motility and in females it helps in the proper balance of estrogen and progesterone. [/accordion][accordion title=”Calcium: 1200 mcg”]Deficiency may create ovulation problems. This mineral is also required for strong bones and teeth. It is important to build reserves as your baby will draw from it during your pregnancy.[/accordion]
[accordion title=”Selenium: 100 mcg”]
Another antioxidant, selenium minimizes the risk of miscarriage and prevents damage to the sperm. It helps prevent chromosome from breaking and damage to the DNA which are responsible for birth defects and miscarriages. Women deficient in this mineral are likely to face fertility problems. Again, selenium helps sperm production in the male.[/accordion][accordion title=”Magnesium: 300 mg”]According to research it is one of the most important minerals affecting a woman’s ability to conceive and maintain the pregnancy itself. It helps correct unexplained infertility.[/accordion][accordion title=”Chromium: 100 mg”]This mineral is required for proper metabolism which results in adequate functioning of the reproductive system.[/accordion][accordion title=”Copper: 2 mg”]Copper aids in the body’s use of iron which then prevents the incidence of anemia and the disruption to ovulation.[/accordion][accordion title=”Iodine: 170 mcg”]This mineral is crucial to proper thyroid function which is important for the mother-to-be.[/accordion][/accordions]

Vitamins and minerals need to work in harmony for optimum results; all nutrients depend on each other to function properly. Fertility supplement becomes effective in rebalancing your hormones and improving overall health and fertility if key nutrients are packed together. It might be a good idea to meet up with a good healthcare professional who can guide you appropriately, especially when infertility is an issue with you but you wish to try conceiving the natural way i.e. through good diet and fertility supplements.