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The Brassica family of vegetables is key for fertility and some of the most potent detoxifying foods around. A genus of plants in the mustard family also known as cruciferous vegetables (those naturally containing sulfur – more on that in a bit).These vegetables are hormone balancing superfoods and detox superfoods. A good source of soluble fiber, they contain important fertility...

Antioxidants are essential on your fertility journey as dietary support for your eggs and sperm. These reproductive germ cells are very susceptible to oxidative damage rendering them less effective in the act of reproduction and fertilization.Blueberries are one of THE BEST sources of antioxidants, and oh so delicious! We love Rebecca Katz recipes from The Cancer-Fighting Kitchen. They are simple,...

We think it is by no accident that an avocado resembles a pregnant belly and is also an amazing Fertility Superfood. One of our favorite Cultivate Fertility Smoothies - this recipe provides protein, vegan essential fatty acids, iron and Vitamin C - all working together to enhance egg quality and health!  This smoothie helps to regulate blood sugar and has healthy...

In ovulation, our eggs are in a race to develop and mature.  The healthiest, strongest and most mature egg will "win" and to be released for fertilization. In Chinese medicine, we see the act of releasing the egg from the ovary as a burst.   💥 OVULATION 💥 It is an energetic event that requires energy.  It is “pure yang” with energy like...

Foods that have an impact on ovulation

Cervical Mucus (aka CM) serves as the Sperm VIP Pass and is a crucial part of the fertility hormone symphony.      Cervical Mucus acts as a VIP pass for sperm, getting the sperm to the egg! The production of cervical mucus is essential to transport sperm from the vagina into the uterine cavity. The cervical mucus actually assists the opening of the...