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Friday, October, 30, 2009

Fertility Diet

One expert urges caution for those using 'the fertility diet'

October 03, 2008
Some critics are urging couples to seek a doctor's advice about their fertility problems rather than following the much-hyped book The Fertility Diet. The book--written by three Harvard researchers--is based on studies that suggest certain foods are linked to increasing fertility. But some critics say that most fertility problems cannot be overcome by diet changes alone. They stress that it's a waste of valuable time to try to improve fertility at home when simple medical procedures or medicati... Read more »

Expert & Community Posts

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What Other Alternatives Do I Have?
By Amy Hendel , Health Expert

...reduce your fertility Stress can affect fertility Your diet - not getting enough anti-oxidants... Read more »

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Diet and Fertility: What's the Connection?
By Kelsey Bonilla , Health Expert

...has been squarely on babies, diabetes, a healthy diet and how all of these factors influence one... Read more »

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The Skinny on Diet Sodas
By Cynthia Haines , Health Expert

Everyone knows that when you are on a diet, regular soda just isn't on the menu. But order up a... Read more »

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Getting Uncomfortable!
By Kelsey Bonilla , Health Expert

...of Kelsey's blog... Worrying about Birth Weight Diet and Fertility    Read more »

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Motherhood
By Kelsey Bonilla , Health Expert

...most important thing we'll teach our children. The diet-fertility connection Third Trimester... Read more »

Health Guide

Selenium in diet
...trace mineral. Small amounts of selenium are good for your health. Alternative Names Diet - selenium Function Selenium has a variety of functions. It helps... Read more »
Heart Health and the Environment
...lettuce, spinach, broccoli, and green peppers are among the foods that should be the centerpiece of your diet. You'll gain even higher environmental marks by growing them yourself or buying whole... Read more »
Infertility In Women: Lifestyle Changes
Although there are no dietary or nutritional cures for infertility, a healthy lifestyle is important. Ovulatory problems are reversible by changing behavioral patterns. Such... Read more »
Infertility in Men: Treatment
...ejaculation is low, a constantly replenished semen supply is more likely to result in a fertilized egg.Dietary ConsiderationsEveryone should eat a healthy diet rich in fresh fruits, vegetables,... Read more »
Everything You’ve Always Been Too Afraid to Ask the Gyno
...-- it’s most likely a yeast infection, says Ross. “If there is an odor, it could be due to your diet, but it’s more likely to be some type of bacterial infection,” she says, recommending... Read more »

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