Micronutrients
Jane Aherne
Video
3 min
Unlock the power of vitamins and minerals to support your fertility journey.
While macronutrients provide energy, Micronutrients (vitamins and minerals) are the "spark plugs" that keep your hormonal engine running smoothly! 🗝️ They don’t contain calories, but they are absolutely essential for a healthy internal environment.
Key Micronutrients for Fertility:
- 🥩 Iron: Essential for reproductive health; find it in red meat, leafy greens like spinach, and eggs. - 🥦 Folate (Folic Acid): Crucial for reducing the risk of neural tube defects in early pregnancy. Get your fill from colorful whole foods like broccoli and green leafy vegetables. - 💊 Vitamin B12 & Vitamin D: Low levels have been linked to a higher risk of miscarriage. While Vitamin D comes from the sun, you can find B vitamins in many of the whole foods we've discussed. - 🧂 Iodine, Zinc, & Selenium: Vital minerals that support overall female health and conception.
Pro-Tip: Nature’s Medicine Cabinet 🌿 The easiest way to get these nutrients is through herbs and spices! Whether fresh or dried, using seasonings like cinnamon or fresh herbs in your cooking provides high levels of anti-inflammatory and blood-glucose-regulating micronutrients.
