Supplements to increase Men and Women fertility

To increase your fertility naturally, try taking these recommended supplements. Make sure to talk with your doctor about the proper doses for each supplement especially if you are taking other medications.

Vitamin C helps to improve men's sperm count, motility, and viability. It also helps prevent agglutination, a condition in which cells gather together to form a cluster. This causes sperm to swim slower and conception more difficult. Some common sources of vitamin C include red berries, kiwi, red and green bell peppers, tomatoes, broccoli, and spinach.

1. Vitamin E has been found to aid in conception by helping in the production of sperm and improving sperm motility. Good sources of vitamin E include nuts, green leafy vegetables, avocados, wheat germ, and whole grains.
2. Selenium increases sperm count and can help minimize the risk of birth defects. You can find selenium in cashews, walnuts, beef, chicken, egg, cheese, tuna, and wheat germ.
3. ZInc helps the body use estrogen and progesterone more efficiently. Be cautious since excess zinc can lead to problems such as fatigue and a weak immune system. ZInc is found in beef, lima beans, chickpeas, cashews, almonds, oysters, yogurt, and pumpkin seeds.
4. Folic Acid helps men maintain quality and number of sperm. The March of DImes encourages all women of childbearing age to take a multivitamin with 400 mg of folic acid before and during the early part of pregnancy to prevent neural tube defects. Eat foods such as whole wheat tortillas, cooked lentils, ready to eat breakfast cereal, whole wheat pasta, and cooked okra.
5. Vitamins B6 and B12 benefits men with low sperm counts and increases fertility in women. Foods with B6 include potatoes, bananas, beans, seeds, nuts, red meat, poultry, fish, eggs, and fortified cereals. Good sources of B12 are fish, red meat, poultry, milk, cheese, and eggs.

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Herbs have been used in many different cultures throughout the centuries to aid with fertility for men and women. The following is a list of five herbs for men and their uses in promoting fertility.

1. Ginseng: can raise testosterone levels, increase sperm count and sperm motility
2. Pycnogenol: helps naturally increase normally functioning sperm
3. Saw Palmetto: used to treat male impotence, low libido, and promotes prostate health
4. Flaxseed Oil: helps keep sperm healthy and may help male impotence
5. Astralagus: may improve sperm motility and count

Remember to consult with your doctor if you decide to try any herbal remedies. Some herbs can cause serious side effects if combined with other herbs, over-the-counter drugs, or prescription medication. Consult with an herbalist or naturopath for help determining which remedies might be right for you.

Herbs have been used for centuries to treat many conditions including infertility. Following are five herbs for women and their uses in promoting fertility.

1. Red Clover: can help balance hormonal functioning and relax the nervous system
2. Black Cohosh: improves hormonal functioning and has been used to help prevent miscarriage
3. Dong Quai: improves chances of embryo implantation, treats irregular menstrual cycles and menstrual cramps
4. False Unicorn Root: used to encourage ovulation and as a uterine tonic
5. Raspberry leaf: used to nourish the uterus