Foods That Can Affect Fertility – Dr. Chanchal Sharma
Foods That Can Affect Fertility – Dr. Chanchal Sharma
According to W.H.O infertility is defined as “a disease of the reproductive system defined by the failure to achieve a clinical pregnancy after 12 months or more of regular unprotected sexual intercourse. Here we shall introduce you to fertility foods according to Dr Chanchal Sharma. Ayurveda offers natural approach towards achieving pregnancy with healthy child and healthy mother. For many having a baby and seeing the child grow is an eternal joy for them. Conceiving is a natural process but some face bit difficulty in it and some are just not able to conceive.
Fertility is a growing concern in both the genders. Many couples struggling with infertility try various treatment methods for conceiving. Natural approach should be the first step towards achieving pregnancy and then one can try medicines and certain therapies.
Woman and fertility related issue is commonly known amongst us but what about male and fertility? There is increase in number of male infertility these days due to environmental factor, poor lifestyle and dietary habits.
According to Ayurveda infertility occurs due to poor nutrition leading to accumulation of toxins and blocking the body channels. Also sperm related issues, certain infections and genetic inheritance causes infertility. It is very important for the couples to lead a healthy lifestyle habits to have a healthy baby. Preparing parents before they plan to conceive is very important.
Natural treatment along with fertility diet is recommended for better results. If the shukra dhatu or reproductive tissue is devoid of nutrition, infertility may occur. Ojas is a product of shukra dhatu hence foods that increases ojas should be consumed and food that decreases it must be avoided. It regulates ovulation and enhances fertility.
Dr Chanchal Sharma’s ayurvedic fertility diet focuses on maintaining a healthy reproductive tissue and lays much importance on an individual’s diet than medicines. There are 2 types of diet, bringhan and vrishya. Bringhan diet nourishes all the seven dhatus.
Following are the bringhan food that nourishes dhatus –
- Pumpkin seeds, sesame seeds, milk, ghee, avocado are ojas building foods.
- Dry fruits such as almonds, walnuts, raisins, dates etc.
- Whole food provides fiber and nutrition and balances the hormones. Beans, peas, plums, broccoli, beans, spinach, pumpkin, beet root, tomatoes, fresh organic fruits and vegetables boost fertility.
- Sesame seeds are rich in vitamin E, which is beneficial for female reproductive system.
- Urad dal is recommended for infertility related to males.
- Keep yourself hydrated by water and herbal tea.
- Moong dal
- Juicy fruits such as mangoes, peaches etc.
Following are the vrishya food that nourishes the reproductive tissues –
- Milk
- Mango shake, date shake
- Asparagus
- Curry leaves, ajwain, coriander, cumin, turmeric, tulsi, amla etc enhances fertility.
One must consume wide variety of fruits and vegetables so that the body meets all the essential nutrients. Along with diet, one must follow ayurvedic lifestyle. Over weight or under weight both affects fertility hence it is important for you to find your healthy weight. Being under weight can lead to miscarriage and over weight can lead to infertility related issues. Even the best ayurvedic treatment for infertility fails if your diet is not proper and you are not maintaining a healthy weight
If you are trying to conceive or have tried for a long time but without any success, you must undergo infertility treatment in Ayurveda under Dr Chanchal Sharma. The doctor has helped many couples conceive and made their dreams come true.
