Research
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Combining adherence to the 'fertility diet' with maintaining a healthy BMI (20-24.9) and engaging in vigorous physical activity (≥30 min/day) is associated with a 69% lower risk of ovulatory disorder infertility.
To maximize your chances of conceiving without ovulatory issues, aim for a healthy weight (BMI 20-24.9), engage in at least 30 minutes of vigorous exercise daily, and follow a diet rich in monounsaturated fats, vegetable proteins, high-fat dairy, iron, and multivitamins, while limiting trans fats, animal proteins, and high-glycemic carbohydrates.
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A combination of five or more low-risk lifestyle factors, including diet, weight control, and physical activity was associated with a 69% lower risk of ovulatory disorder infertility and an estimated population attributable risk of 66% (95% confidence interval 29 – 86%).
Why this rating
Prospective cohort study with large sample size, but observational design limits causal inference.
Source
Diet and Lifestyle in the Prevention of Ovulatory Disorder Infertility
Jorge E. Chavarro et al. · Obstetrics and Gynecology · 2007
cohort · n=17544Cited 434×
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