As per Ayurveda, infertility occurs when a person's reproductive reproductive tissue or Shukra dhatu remains bereft of nourishment.

The Ayurvedic diet for infertility focuses on development of healthy reproductive tissue i.e. Shukra dahtu. The food that we eat is assimilated in the body and nourishes all the dhatus of the body in a pattern Ras dhatu- Rakt dhatu- Maans Dhatu- Meda dhatu- Asthi Dhatu- Majja Dhatu- Shukra Dhatu. Hence,   if the dieting habbits are not observed, even medicines are not useful.

 Ayurvedic Diet for Infertility

 Ojas is the updhatu of Shukra Dhatu. So, the meals which nourishes the ojas should be focused. This helps in regulating the menstrual cycle, especially ovulation and enhances the chances of healthy fertilization.

 

Foods that boost the fertility

Key foods that boost Shukra Dhatu and Ojas

• Ghee,
• Saffron,
• Nuts,
• Pumpkin seeds,
• Dates,
• Sesame seeds,
• Honey,
• Milk,
• Avocados.

 

Whole Foods

Green vegetables and fruits are rich in fibres and contains all kinds of nutrients. They are also very good in maintain hormonal balance.

Fruits-

• Dates,
• Mangoes
• Blueberries
• Kiwi
• Apple
• Grapes
• Pomegranate
• Avacado
• Pears
• Plums
• Cranberries

 

Vegetables-

• Beans
• Peas,
• Asparagus,
• Broccoli,
• Spinach,
• Pumpkin,
• Tomatoes
• Beetroots,
• Red Pepper

Dried fruits and nuts-

• Dates,
• Figs,
• Raisins,
• Almonds,
• Walnuts

 

Spices-

Spices have important role in meal. There are called Prakshalana dravyas in Ayurveda. These are Deepaniya and Pachaniya which means these enhance the digestion and balances the secretion of good enzymes.

• Carom seed (ajwain) powder,
• Cumin (purifies the uterus in women and the genitourinary tract in men),
• Turmeric (improves the interaction between hormones and targeted tissues),
• Black cumin boost fertility,
• Sesame seeds-The phyto-chemicals in the seeds balances hormones.

 

Food To Avoid

Avoid processed carbohydrates, excess starch, antibiotic and hormone laden meat, milk and canned products.⁷

Avoid foods high in trans-fats such as cakes, cookies and fried fast foods. These block arteries, threaten fertility and harm the heart and blood vessels.

Avoid foods containing preservatives and other chemicals like artificial sweeteners. These include soft drinks, chewing gum, jellies, baked goods, candy, fruit juice, and ice cream.

Avoid Mono Sodium Glutamate (MSG) often found in cheap take-out Chinese food.

Avoid potato chips, frozen dinners, cold cuts, gravies, ranch dressing, salty snacks, artificial flavorings and colorings.

Excess alcohol, caffeine, tobacco, soda, smoking, red meat, refined carbohydrates such as pasta, white bread and rice, increase and exacerbate
female infertility.

Maintain A Healthy Weight

Being both overweight and underweight can impair a woman’s odds of getting pregnant. If you are underweight, your reproductive system will shut down because of the body’s inability to maintain a pregnancy. On the other hand, being overweight or obese reduces a woman’s chances of getting pregnant.

Switch to an Ayurvedic diet which helps you maintain a proportionate weight and increase your chances of fertility. Eat small, regular and well-balanced meals to build overall health.

It is vital to include a wide range of foods in the diet to ensure the body is getting all the nutrients it needs to aid conception. Ayurveda recommends trying new vegetables and fruits as often as possible, breaking the monotony by not eating the same thing every day.⁸

Ayurvedic Diet For Infertility, According To Your Dosha

According to Ayurveda, the menstrual cycle is an indication of the state of the health of the female. It can be affected by many factors, which are responsible for creating an imbalance of the doshas.

The doshas control the activities of the body. They are Vata, Pitta and Kapha. Imbalanced doshas should be pacified by following the correct type of diet.

Vata Diet For Infertility

If you have a Vata imbalance, choose well-cooked food that is moist, warm and heavy. Have milk and ghee together with spices that ignite the digestive fire to nourish reproductive tissue (Shukra dhatu). 

 

Pitta Diet For Infertility

If you have a Pitta imbalance favor a primarily cool and nourishing diet. Have milk and ghee at room temperature with cooling spices that nourish reproductive tissue (Shukra dhatu) and support cervical mucus. 

 

 Kapha Diet For Infertility

If you have a Kapha imbalance, favor a primarily warm and light diet. Eat in moderation.