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Dr. Natalie Crawford, MD, board certified fertility doctorI, discusses the fertility diet. Learn all about what foods to eat to optimize your fertility and your chance of conceiving each month.
Is fat ok?
Is soy bad for you?
Can you consume dairy?
Is red meat bad?
Does fish help you get pregnant?
Can you be vegan if you are trying to conceive or pregnant?
What diet is best for PCOS?
*disclaimer: I am a doctor – but not your doctor. This information is given to you for educational purposes only.
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I just watched a video with a doctor that said the complete opposite of what you said. At this point I’m just going to do what my body naturally guides me to do and I’m just not going to give in to fear and trust my body will get pregnant again because that’s what it’s meant to do. If my brain believes it’s going to be hard to conceive then my body will follow right after and take that on and shut down. I’m going to just do my best to allow it to happen.
Thank you 🙏
Listen you from Russia. Thank you for your videos❤
You should change the title of the video to what should you eat if you want to be infertile
Did you really just say that carbohydrates are made up of fatty acids? Lmaoooo how could you pass any chemistry exam in med school? I would never trust you with anything
Red meat is not inflammatory if good quality
What about iron? Red meat is high in iron which is an essential nutrient for a healthy pregnancy
People! Do not listen to these ridiculous anti-science comments promoting the carnivore diet. I am vegan and have been for over 10 years. Not only does it keep me at a healthy weight, I get my period every 28 days. My cycle is so incredibly predictable that I can map out a calendar and know exactly when I will ovulate (which is backed up by obvious physical symptoms and a positive OPK test EVERY time I do test). I haven’t had exogenous dietary cholesterol enter my body for over 10 years and I am perfectly healthy fertility wise. My cycles are so on point it’s actual comical sometimes. I just take a prenatal which is recommended for all women. Listen to qualified physicians and not silly YouTube comments.
3.35 dr berg would disagree
Hi great info but PLEASE SLOW DOWN— you are talking way too fast and I can’t process everything you’re saying. Thank you ❤
I’ve been vegan for over ten years, and my TCM practitioner told me yesterday that eating eggs is incredibly important. I always read and though that eggs are not healthy for you, they contain really bad cholesterol, and I always believed after researching that it can be replaced by plants for the same nutrition. So why is he saying that it would be super important for getting pregnant? Looking into it, traditional chinese medicine really insists on eating eggs for female reproductive health. I’m so disgusted by the idea of eating eggs so I don’t know what to do 😢
were red meat so were bad you should get your medical license revoked shame on you!
False
Your info sucks. Studies are over rated. Red meat is cholesterol which helped every woman I know GET THEIR PERiOD AND OVULATE.
Your info sucks.
Vegans actually lose their periods.
Meat eaters OVULATED.
I’m 35 and about a year ago I switched my diet to include way more red meat and boom I finally got pregnant, praise God
What about small fish like sardines, herring and mackerel? Those are all low rates for mercury?
6:24 I’m legit worried right now because everyone I’ve been studying who’s been doing research says red meat is the healthiest; it has the most nutrients etc- that plants are endocrine disruptors, have anti nutrients, mess with hormones etc. Red meat does the opposite; plants cause inflammation & allergies etc. not meat.
I’m so confused 😵💫
This really confuses me because I’ve been learning about what people on the carnivore diet say & they all say the opposite to this 😭 I trust both of you guys though- research tests & people’s experiences. I don’t know what to think now
Vege
Whole wheat flour
Omega 3 fish walnuts chia seeds flax seeds
Thanks for your tips 🎉
So if a lot of red meat is inflammatory, are beef organ supplements also inflammatory ?
Honestly surprised but not surprised that you recommend a vegan diet. The research backs it up! But many fertility doctors still recommending their patients eat a standard “clean diet” with regular meat intake. Happy to see that you’re giving up to date, educated information.
You lost me when you said to avoid red meat. I disagree! benefits typically associated with red meat: (try to get meat from local ranch – I get my locally in Colorado)
1. **Protein**: Red meat is an excellent source of high-quality protein, which is essential for muscle growth, repair, and overall body function.
2. **Iron**: It contains heme iron, which is more readily absorbed by the body compared to non-heme iron found in plant foods. Iron is crucial for the formation of red blood cells and preventing anemia.
3. **Zinc**: Red meat is rich in zinc, an important mineral that supports immune function, wound healing, and DNA synthesis.
4. **B Vitamins**: It is a good source of several B vitamins, particularly vitamin B12, which is vital for nerve function, DNA synthesis, and the production of red blood cells. Other B vitamins found in red meat include niacin, riboflavin, and vitamin B6.
5. **Omega-3 Fatty Acids**: Some grass-fed beef may contain higher levels of omega-3 fatty acids compared to grain-fed beef, which can contribute to cardiovascular health.
6. **Conjugated Linoleic Acid (CLA)**: Grass-fed beef is also a source of CLA, which has been associated with various health benefits, including improved body composition and reduced inflammation.
What about eating soy if you are taking estro progestinic pill?
Interested to hear your thoughts on beef liver as a supplement? Love your content!
I used the tablets for 10 months but I can't conceive a child.😢Please help 🙏
I want to get pregnant. I have a two-year-old son, but I can't get pregnant. Help me.😢 Please 🙏