05/27/2026
If you're currently trying to conceive or planning to in the next 3-6 months, here are some nutrients that are really important for you:
☀️ Vitamin D- supports blood sugar and insulin for her AND him, supports a healthy menstrual cycle and egg quality for her, and supports healthy s***m motility for him
→ Sources include mackerel, salmon, cod liver oil, and sunlight.
🥑 Magnesium- helps with stress and sleep for both, supports s***m quality and development, and helps with mitochondrial health of egg and thyroid health
→ Sources include pumpkin seeds, dark chocolate, spinach, almonds
🍊 Vitamin C- supports progesterone production, estrogen balance, and supports healthy s***m
→ Sources include tomatoes, potatoes, bell peppers, kiwi, citrus fruit
🍤 Selenium- needed for thyroid function, follicle health, healthy pregnancy, and s***m development
→ Sources include seafood, organ meats, Brazil nuts, poultry
🦪 Zinc- needed for healthy ovarian function and egg quality, and supports healthy s***m and testosterone.
→ Sources include oysters, beef, lentils, pumpkin seeds
It's always best to get your vitamins and minerals from food as best you can. Supplementing can be done when necessary and appropriate. Always check with a qualified practitioner.
If you're not sure where to get started when it comes to supporting your fertility, I offer 1:1 nutrition coaching for women and couples trying to conceive.
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