Beavida's Tea for Fertility
Some people find it easy to conceive, while others struggle. Boosting fertility is the goal for many women who are trying to become pregnant. Could teas really help? Beavida's Baby Bloom range contains herbal teas created for a time in your life that is often considered particularly stressful.
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The Health Benefits of Herbal Teas and Green Tea
More research might be needed; however, there is already growing scientific evidence that certain herbs could be beneficial when it comes to reproductive health. Red raspberry leaf tea has a long tradition of use during pregnancy – but could there also be other tea that improves fertility?
- Rooibos tea has shown promise in supporting the reproductive organs. [1]
- Jasmine tea’s positive effect on the libido might not yet be supported by scientific research; however, it has a long tradition of being used as such.
- Red clover appears to stimulate the production of female hormones. [2]
The fertility benefits of tea do not stop with women. One study on healthy Chinese men found that drinking tea long-term can increase sperm motility and concentration. [3] Stinging nettle leaf, on the other hand, has been shown to have a positive effect on prostatic smooth muscle contractility. [4]
The medicinal properties of certain herbs are what is at play in natural remedies. However, it is advisable to speak with a healthcare professional prior to drinking such teas. Even if people swear by a certain ingredient, it does not mean it is safe for you. Various factors can play significant roles, such as existing medical conditions, allergies, and medication. Excessive consumption of green tea could, for example, cause iron deficiencies. [5]
Fertility Tea for Hormonal Balance and to Enhance Fertility
In order to improve reproductive health, hormonal imbalances need to be addressed. Making sure to consume enough vitamins, such as vitamin c and folic acid, as well as minerals, is the first step. Regular exercise, in moderation, also promotes overall health. As does stress reduction. Reducing alcohol and caffeine intake is also advised.
As a final step, herbs can be used as a fertility booster. While some help regulate the menstrual cycle, others have anti-inflammatory properties. When searching for a fertility tea, make sure that it addresses your specific concerns. While peppermint tea is said to help reduce stress, lemon tea, for example, contains antioxidants.
Fertility Tea: Anti-inflammatory and the Cervical Mucus
Your overall well-being plays a crucial role in your fertility journey. It is not enough to pop a pill and wait for a miracle. If you want to boost your fertility, you also need to consider human health in general. The sperm levels and sperm quality of your partner are equally as important as your own reproductive function and environmental factors.
Potential benefits, such as anti-inflammatory substances in the cervical mucus, can only be effective if everything else is also in order. Educate yourself about which herbs really do provide benefits. Chastetree, or vitex agnus castus, for example, has only been found to increase progesterone levels during the luteal phase in one small study. [6] Lady's mantle, on the other hand, seems to have a broad spectrum of potential applications. [7]
But science is not everything – your personal experience should also be considered. If you find red raspberry leaves to be beneficial for you in any way, while fresh mint leaves do nothing for you, this is also a valid observation when choosing a fertility tea that works for you.
We would like to point out that our teas are lifestyle products. They are not meant to cure or treat any symptoms. Their soothing properties and effects on stress levels are simply down to you taking a moment for yourself to enjoy a nice cup of tea.
[1] https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/jpn.13624
[2] https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8498057/
[3] https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0045653522016332
[4] https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9333203/
[5] https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8308238/
[6] https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23136064/
[7] https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0378874123013090