Fertility Road Issue 44 May/June 2018

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BODY EXPERT: Kathy Payne THINGS TO QUIT TO FUEL FERTILITY The fact is that about 1 in 7 couples have trouble conceiving. Some are projecting that figure will continue to increase rapidly. That makes me sad. And mad. And even more determined to teach couples currently planning babies how to boost their fertility, naturally. AND those who want babies in the future to protect their fertility starting right now. Because that IS possible. Whether you’re planning to conceive naturally or IVF is your next /only option. Now, my bespoke preconception care programmes are based on tests. Because – based on test results - we can tailor guidance specifically to you, your history and circumstances and needs. However, there are some steps that everyone can take to fuel their fertility. And I want to share just some of them with you right now. Here are 5 things that could be harming your fertility 14 | fertilityroad.com | fertilityroadmag | follow us @fertilityroad
BODY 1SUGAR Oh yes, the white stuff. It’s addictive. As crack apparently. I’m not sure if that’s true but what is true is that when you have a little you want more. And when you quit, you suffer withdrawal symptoms. And sugar is everywhere. Even in savoury foods. It’s “hidden” behind fancy names in labels. but it’s still sugar. I have a cheat sheet with all the different ways sugars are described on labels – get in touch if you’d like it. Sugar wrecks delicate hormone balance. Starting with blood sugar spikes and crashes. It messes with fertility. It increases appetite. It contributes to weight management issues and weight is a factor in fertility. It contributes to chronic diseases. If you want to quit sugar, please don’t make the mistake of replacing it with artificial sweeteners. They are pretty nasty, health-harming chemicals and they have been linked to increased appetite too. 2ALCOHOL I know I sound like a big buzzkill and I make no apology. For me, preconception care is at least 3-4 months of getting ready to make the best egg and healthiest sperm possible and creating a warm and welcoming womb for a happy, healthy baby. Because our choices influence not only fertility, but pregnancy and the health of our future babies. Well worth quitting or strictly moderating alcohol, I think. Booze depletes nutrition, including those vitamins and minerals essential for fertility. It’s not good for our gut. It makes our liver sluggish and we women need healthy livers to get rid of old hormones circulating around, if we want to reduce the risk of hormone imbalances. It affects sperm production. And can impact sex drive. My top tips for quitting – at least for now – are: - • Do it together. It’s easier to follow a new plan with support, encouragement and accountability. • Avoid or reduce those social situations where alcohol flows. You may not wish to get into a convo about WHY you’re choosing not to drink. Have your reasons ready for those encouraging you to drink – even if it’s not the whole truth… Suggest alternative fun like the cinema. • Find something healthy that you can drink and make it special. For example, pimp up your water with fruits and herbs and have it in a fancy glass. My top tips for quitting sugar are: - • Crowd into your diet more sweet vegetables such as carrots and peas and squashes and some fruit (1-2 portions of fruit a day – still sugar even though it comes with fibre, right?) to reduce your craving for processed sugar over time. • Eat quality protein, good fats and fibre at every meal to keep you fuller for longer and your energy and moods more balanced. This should help keep you away from the cookie jar. • Drink plenty of filtered water (avoid hormone harming plastic bottles) and herbal teas to help you hydrate and detox. I suggest choosing natural sweeteners in moderation like stevia, raw honey, quality maple syrup and coconut palm sugar. The emphasis is on moderation. 3CAFFEINE Now, I know this is another potential buzzkill. We all love an adrenaline rush, right? I recommend giving it up as part of your baby-making plans. Cutting back on caffeine helps support adrenal health. Poor adrenal health can lead to hormone imbalances. Caffeine is another robber of nutrition too. My top tips are: • If you just can’t quit, have one quality coffee (not too strong) with breakfast, never on its own. • Try alternatives to coffee like herbal /grain drinks such as Barleycup. They taste pretty good, honestly. • Eat a good breakfast within an hour of waking to support adrenal health. Remember my healthy meal equation? Quality protein + healthy fats + fibre. Of course, caffeine is found in tea, cola drinks, energy drinks, chocolate and some over-the-counter medicines. Be caffeine savvy. | fertilityroadmag | follow us @fertilityroad fertilityroad.com | 15
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