Is there anything I should change before IVF?

[Saz_S]

This is my first time for IVF and I need to maximize the chances of it working first time.

The doctor says I have age on my side, but I wondered if there was anything I should change in my diet, for example cut out or bring into it?

Also if anyone has any advise it is all welcome..

[DianeArnold Partner Nurse Fertility Network UK]

Obviously, it is important to keep a fit as possible during this time and try not to gain any weight. A good pre-conception diet consists of a varied diet of course, but just to help, I have listed some of the “good” things to have:

Carbohydrates

Wholegrain bread and wholemeal pasta

Oatmeal, brown rice

All fresh vegetables especially raw or steamed. Over boiling rids them of vitamins and minerals

Pineapple juice

Apricots

Potatoes, all fruit and honey

Beans, chickpeas and lentils

Protein

Organic meat if possible

Poultry, fish

Milk and cheese

Nuts and seeds

Fat

Extra virgin olive oil and sunflower oil

Avocado and peanut butter

Mackerel and sardines

Nuts (especially Brazil and walnuts) and seeds and sweet corn

Sweet potatoes

The things to avoid are too much sugar, processed foods, ready meals, butter, ice cream etc. A little is OK, but not all the time.

Drink plenty of water and only a little tea and coffee if feeling deprived. Oh and don’t forget the Folic Acid! Hope this helps.

Diane Arnold