Patient's question:
Medical History Description: I have given birth to children before and now want to have another healthy baby. I previously had a thyroid nodule, which has been resolved for 10 years. I also had gynecological issues in the past, which have now been cured, but I am unable to conceive. I would like to know the reason for this. Additionally, should I focus on enhancing my nutrition?Past Treatment and Effects: My gynecological issues were recurrent in the past but have now been resolved.
Help Needed: I want to know how to conceive and which nutrients to focus on strengthening if I plan to have a child.
Doctor's answer:
Eat a lot of foods rich in vitamin C and antioxidants because vitamin C and antioxidants can reduce the risk of sperm damage and improve sperm motility. A cup of orange juice contains 124 milligrams of vitamin C. Consume at least 60 milligrams of vitamin C daily, and if you smoke, you should aim for at least 100 milligrams per day. Increase the zinc content in your diet, with a daily intake of at least 12 to 15 milligrams. Several studies have shown that even short-term zinc deficiency can reduce sperm volume and testosterone levels. Foods rich in zinc include lean beef (1 ounce of beef contains 4.5 milligrams of zinc) and dark chicken meat (1 ounce of dark chicken meat contains 2.38 milligrams).