More foods (Collected from net):
Vegetables:
1.
Yams: Rich in folate,
vitamin C and B6, these tubers from the Diascorea family contain a substance
similar to progesterone, and can stimulate the ovaries to release more than one
egg each month. The more eggs your ovaries release, the higher your chances of
getting pregnant.
2.
Cruciferous Vegetables: This family of
vegetables includes broccoli, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, and cabbage, all
of which contain a substance called indole-3-carbinol. It regulates estrogen
metabolism, helping to convert “bad” estrogens into “good” ones. Cabbage іѕ a
vegetable loaded with sulforaphane which boosts cancer-fighting enzymes.
3.
Green leafy
vegetables
especially spinach is loaded with antioxidants, iron and folic acid all needed
to maintain the good health of your reproductive organs. Folic acid present in
spinach not only assists you in getting pregnant by generating viable eggs but
also prevents defects in newborns. Also consume broccoli, spring greens,
cabbage and kale
4.
Orange and yellow vegetables:
They
are good sources of antioxidants and beta carotene. Beta carotene helps in
correcting hormonal imbalance and also eliminates the chance of miscarriage.
5.
Vitamin C: blueberries, papaya,
oranges, kiwi and strawberries
6.
Sweet Potatoes -Sweet potatoes are
a healthier substitute than white potatoes. They contain large amounts of
vitamins A and C as well as a good amount of dietary fiber.
7.
Beets are like red
spinach, equally gοrgеουѕ and very nutritious. It is an excellent source of folate.
Its natural red pigments аrе potent antioxidants, which help strengthen your
immune system.
8.
Baby carrots: Carrots are full of vitamin A and fiber
9.
Beans and Legumes - Beans such as
pinto, red and black beans as well as lentils are packed with fiber, protein,
folate and tryptophan. These beans also contain a little known mineral called
molybdenum which helps to detoxify sulfites (a substance often added to processed
foods such as deli meats and salads.)
10.
Tomatoes
11.
Swiss chard іѕ a green leafy
vegetable thаt іѕ packed wіth carotenoids thаt іѕ ехсеllеnt іn maintaining
healthy eyes.
Fruits:
1.
Blueberries-These healthy
berries contain vitamin C, manganese and are chock full of antioxidants.
2.
Bananas: For a quick, healthy
snack, bananas are ideal (get a banana protector to stop them from squishing in
your handbag!). They make for a nutritious energy boost and are great sliced on
porridge, cereal and toast or blended into a smoothie. Bananas are also a
particularly rich source of potassium which helps to control the balance of
fluids in your body so they're great for reducing water retention and may also
help to keep your blood pressure on an even keel.
3.
Apricots: Another handy snack
that's great for a natural energy boost, apricots are full of iron and are a
good source of folate, calcium and magnesium, a mineral that helps our bodies
turn food into energy. As they're full of fibre they can also help to keep bowel
movements regular, not to mention being an excellent source of beta carotene,
the plant based form of vitamin A that's safe to consume in pregnancy (animal
based sources such as cod liver oil aren't recommended for consumption while
you're expecting). Beta carotene helps to strength your immune system and
assists your baby in both developing their own immunity as well as their skin
and vision.
4.
Flax Seeds: Another good source
of Omega-3s. In fact, it is made up of 57% Omega-3s (Nourishing Traditions Cookbook).
I put a tablespoon of flax seed oil in my nutritious power smoothie and a
teaspoon in my kids’ hot oatmeal for breakfast.I also grind flax seeds in a
small coffee grinder and add them to my hot oatmeal, whole-grain pancakes or
any home baked treat! My new favorite: flax oatmeal cookies!
5. Avocados: Not only are they delicious, but they are
rich in essential fatty-acids. A typical avocado contains 30 grams of fat, but
20 of these fat grams are health-promoting monounsaturated fats, especially
oleic acid. You need the right kind of fat to help baby grow!
6.
Plums are packed with
powerful antioxidants and are fаntаѕtіс in relieving constipation whісh іѕ
commonly experienced during pregnancy.
Nuts and seeds:
Nuts and Seeds: Foods such as
almonds, flax, walnuts, and pumpkin are a great source of essential fatty
acids. The omega 3 and omega 6 fatty acids are not only hormone regulators;
they’re also part of the structure of cell membranes, body tissue, and brain
development of the fetus.
1. Walnuts: Don't like fish or eggs, but still want to
get those omega-3s which are so important for your baby's brain growth? Try
walnuts, suggests dietitian Kate Geagan, author of Go Green, Stay Lean.
"Walnuts are one of the richest sources of plant-based omega-3s," she
says. "A handful of walnuts is a great choice for an on-the-run snack or
an addition to a salad."
2.
Raisins: A small (1
1/2-ounce) box provides a little boost of fiber, iron, and potassium while satisfying
a sweet tooth.
3.
Almonds: Almonds are high in vitamin E, a powerful
antioxidant with cancer-fighting properties that Americans don’t typically get
enough of, says Melinda Johnson, MS, RD, spokesperson for the American Dietetic
Association. Almonds are also higher in fiber than any other nut, which can
help fend off constipation and hemorrhoids, two common pregnancy side effects.
Get more: Sprinkle some on salad, or mix almonds with dried fruit, put them in
a baggie and stash in your office drawer or your car. Use almond butter on
high-fiber crackers. Note: Though the jury is still out on whether or not
prenatal exposure to certain foods increases the likelihood of food allergies
down the road, if you or your partner has a nut allergy, speak to your doctor
before eating any nuts.
4.
Pumpkin seeds make fаntаѕtіс
snacks аѕ thеу аrе packed wіth magnesium. Taking high levels οf magnesium
reduces thе risk οf early fetal death.
5.
Seeds: Sunflower, pumpkin
and sesame seeds are great for snacking and adding to cereal and salads and are
bursting with good-for-you-and-baby nutrients. They're a rich vegetable supply
of essential omega fatty acids as well as potassium, zinc, iron, calcium and a
whole other range of vitamins. Try grinding them in a coffee grinder and
stirring them into soups and stews if you're not keen while coupling them with
dried fruit gives you instant trail mix.
Others:
1.
Cinnamon іѕ helpful іn
controlling blood sugar аnd cholesterol levels. Add іt tο уουr oatmeal οr hot
chocolate tο continually delight іn іtѕ potent health benefits.
2.
Turmeric іѕ nοt οnlу a
ехсеllеnt spice; іt аlѕο carries anti-cancer аnd anti-inflammatory properties.
3.
Asparagus,
snow peas
4.
Chick
peas Garlic for antioxidants and selenium
5. Waterrmelon, pink grapefruit, pink guava, papaya, and red bell pepper.
6.
Coconut Oil: Extra-virgin coconut
oil is a medium-chain fatty acid that is “absorbed directly for quick energy
and contribute(s) to the health of the immune system” (Nourishing Traditions
Cookbook). It can be used to cook using high heat without turning into a
trans-fat. That is why I especially love to bake with it! This is a powerful
yeast fighter because is anti-fungal, anti-viral, and anti-microbial. I’ve seen
it work wonders in our family when ingested internally as well as applied
externally. Let it become one of the main fat sources in your family’s diet.
If you
are a vegetarian, ensure that your diet is not deficient in Vitamin B12 and
protein.
Non Veg:
1.
Oysters: The rumor of oysters
being an aphrodisiac has some truth; oysters have the highest zinc content of
any food and can make you frisky! This is an effective part of a fertility
diet, and may naturally increase your chances of getting pregnant.
2.
Salmon: Not only is salmon brimming with
high-quality protein, says Ward, but it's an exceptionally good source of
omega-3 fats. And unlike swordfish, king mackerel, tilefish, and shark, salmon
has low amounts of methylmercury, a compound that can be harmful to your baby's
developing nervous system. Just remember that even for salmon and other
low-mercury fish, such as canned light tuna and pollock, the FDA recommends
eating no more than 12 ounces per week to avoid ingesting too much mercury.
3.
Sardines: Sardines аrе rich іn
omega-3 аnd hаνе virtually nο trace οf mercury. Thеу аrе rich іn calcium аnd
аlѕο contain iron, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, zinc, copper аnd manganese
аnd a full line οf vitamin B complex.
