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How To Take Care Of Your Health Before IVF Treatment?
You might think that the outcome of In vitro fertilization (IVF) is not in your control, but the reality is not entirely so. There's a lot that you can do to increase the chances of a happy outcome from your IVF treatment.
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From diet to lifestyle habits, there are so many to-dos on your part that can not only impact your fertility health but also the baby's development.
Once you have got the date set for your IVF treatment, you need to prepare your body immediately for the treatment:
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Preparing for IVF? What to eat?
What you eat has a direct impact on the result of your fertility. A healthy, balanced diet is the first and foremost important thing. Here are a few important foods that you need to revamp your regular diet into a healthy and nutritious one:
- Switch to low-fat dairy products.
- Eat whole grains like whole-grain pasta and quinoa.
- Stock your kitchen with fresh fruits and vegetables.
- Lean proteins, poultry, and fish are very healthy.
- Include lentils, chickpeas, and legumes in your diet,
- Cut down your salt and sugar intake.
You can also include the following foods in your diet:
- Eggs
- Fish roe
- Caviar
- Nuts
According to doctors, fertility-boosting foods include:
- Oysters
- Raw milk
- Oats
- Flax seeds
- Sprouts
- Seaweed
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Lifestyle Habits changes for Effective IVF Treatment:
- Quit smoking and drinking - According to a report by The American Journal of Epidemiology, nicotine gets more concentrated in the uterine fluid than any other part of the body. Nicotine makes the egg resistant to fertilization. The ovaries of a woman who smokes ages much earlier than a non-smoker. Alcohol intake can also lower your chances of the success of the IVF treatment.
- Take your vitamins - Did you know that in a woman's body, the largest cells are her eggs. A good prenatal supplement is extremely important for the quality of the eggs. Ideally, a woman should start taking supplements for three to six months before she tries to conceive. Taking regular supplements helps follicles to mature better.
- Don't compromise your sleep - Your sleep and your sex hormones and ovulation are directly related to each other. Hence, it is important that you and your partner both get enough good sleep.
- Maintain a proper sleep routine.
- Keep all electronic gadgets away from the body.
- Cut down on caffeine intake; it can disturb your sleep cycle.
- Sleep on a mattress that doesn't hurt your back or waist.
- Don't stress - Researches state that the lower the stress, the higher is the IVF effectiveness. Slow down your process of preparation. Your body might not adapt to lifestyle changes immediately. Keep patience and don't stress. Set a proper plan for everything, and achieve one change at a time.
- Do not work for long hours; give rest to your body and mind.
- Be kind to yourself.
- Talk to your partner and share every feeling.
- Accept or reject social gatherings according to your choice.
- Take regular breaks from work and daily life.
- Avoid vigorous exercise - Exercise and physical activities are important, but strenuous exercise can reduce your fertility levels and lower the chances of conception. Medical practitioners also say that heavy exercises can lead to implantation failure and miscarriage. So, when you make up your mind to conceive, switch to low-intensity exercises like yoga or walking.
- Maintain a healthy weight - You Body Mass Index (BMI) influences the chances of the success of your IVF. If you are obese or underweight, you have a higher chance of a difficult conception. If you are one at any of these two weight spectrum, make necessary changes, and follow a weight loss program that can help you become a mother quicker and easier.
Vitamins and minerals for effective IVF results:
For Her
- The woman can benefit from these vitamins for best IVF results-
- Calcium
- Iron
- Magnesium
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin D
Infertility specialists believe that ordinary multivitamins are not sufficient for preparing your body for conception. Your supplements must contain high amounts of folic acid, iron, and calcium. The ideal dosage of folic acid should be 400 mcg or 0.4 mg.
For Him
Several studies show that vitamins and minerals can also affect the quality of sperm. IVF specialists normally suggest the following supplements for at least 3 months before beginning the treatment.
- Zinc
- Vitamin E
- Vitamin C
- Folate
Avoid Medications that may interfere with your infertility drugs
Medications for other diseases can often interfere with fertility drugs, cause hormonal imbalances, and hamper the effectiveness of the process. If you are preparing for your IVF cycle, let your doctor know if you are already taking any medicine.
The following are the medicines which can be harmful to your health during your IVF treatment:
- Medicines for anxiety or depression
- Anti-inflammatory drugs such as ibuprofen or aspirin
- Medications for thyroid treatment
- Skin products
Take Care and Control of your IVF Pregnancy Journey
The result of IVF treatment might not be in your control, but the journey is. You can knock on the doors of any IVF specialist of your choice, but how you prepare your body and mind, has much more to do with you than your doctor. At the same time, it is of utmost importance that you consult with a trained and reliable IVF specialist and not visit just any doctor that your peers suggest. Understand that this is a complex process, every step will make a difference here.
For more insights on how to prepare your body for the best IVF outcome, you can talk to the highly experienced IVF specialists of Pristyn Care. They are the best people to guide you through and advise you on what works best for you.
Pristyn Care IVF specialists have to date attended to hundreds of couples and helped them step into parenthood. IVF team at Pristyn Care is known and trusted for brilliance, compassion, and commitment.
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