Scientists believe that the cooler conditions could contribute to a man’s fertility levels, but other factors associated with enhancing a person’s fertility often happen at this time of year, such as relaxing, socialising and eating Brussels sprouts.
“Believe it or not, this green micro cabbage is a baby making super food,” said Neema Savvides, nutritional therapist with the Harley Street Fertility Clinic. “Firstly, they are bursting with folic acid, which is essential for boosting fertility in men and women. This vitamin-rich source also increases sperm levels and helps line the womb with the right nutrients, raising sperm survival chances. Another benefit of this folic-rich food is that it helps to decrease the risk of miscarriages and birth defects.”
The fertility friendly vegetable also contains a phytonutrient called di-indolylmethane (DIM), which helps women metabolise balanced levels of oestrogen (especially important for those struggling with fibroids and endometriosis). In fact, DIM binds to environmental oestrogen like pesticides and hormones in meat and dairy products, and helps rid the body of excess hormonal activities.
Besides boosting your fertility, other advantages include lowering cholesterol levels, being a rich source of antioxidants and fibre as well as having anti-inflammatory properties.
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