Eating avocado and durian increases the effectiveness of IVF

Doctor Nguyen Thi Kim Cuc, Reproductive Support Center, Tam Anh General Hospital Hanoi (IVF Tam Anh), said the above information, adding that eating avocado and durian contributes to increasing the success rate when in vitro fertilization (IVF).

Improve overall health: Avocado and durian contain calories, carbohydrates, vitamins A, B, C, E, D, minerals (potassium, iron, magnesium, zinc, copper…), monounsaturated fats (omega-3). , omega-6), fiber, vegetable protein, abundant antioxidants. They provide energy, support digestion, improve immunity, regulate blood pressure, reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease… Good overall health helps couples in the process of supporting reproduction, increasing fertility. The rate of successful pregnancy and healthy birth. Supplementing nutrients and high energy sources in avocado and durian also helps the body recover well during the IVF process.

Improve embryo quality, optimize results after embryo transfer: These two fruits do not contain cholesterol, but contain monounsaturated fats such as oleic acid, omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids that are beneficial for ovarian health and improve sperm membranes.

Avocados contain fat-soluble vitamins A, E, and D, which significantly increase the nutritional value of some other plants introduced into the body. Antioxidants in avocado (carotenoids) and durian (caffeic acid, quercetin) can protect egg and sperm cells from damage caused by oxidative stress.

Folic acid (folate), vitamin B in avocado and durian are beneficial for the embryo’s formation, nesting and development in the uterus. This substance also helps improve anemia, supports cell metabolism throughout the body, including the ovaries and testicles, and increases fertility.

Folic acid also supports DNA biosynthesis and repair mechanisms, thanks to which the ovaries work more effectively, reducing the risk of abnormal sperm. Improved quality of eggs, sperm and embryos contributes to increased IVF effectiveness. Doctor Cuc cited the research published above Human Reproduction Magazine (2009) showed that women undergoing IVF supplementing with folic acid helps optimize homocysteine ​​levels in follicular fluid, increasing good embryo quality and the chance of pregnancy. Specifically, if the amount of folate in follicular fluid is doubled, the chance of a successful pregnancy is 3.3 times higher.

Folic acid also helps the process of neural tube formation in the fetus proceed smoothly, preventing early pregnancy defects and limiting the risk of miscarriage.

Enhance uterine health: Vitamin E in these two fruits has anticoagulant effects, increases blood flow to the uterus, promotes estrogen production and proliferation of uterine lining cells, and improves uterine lining thickness. The strong antioxidant properties of vitamin E, carotenoids, caffeic acid and quercetin also help protect cell membranes, reduce uterine damage from free radicals, reduce inflammation or uterine failure to accept embryos.

The durianin in durian fruit is a protease enzyme that breaks down proteins into small pieces. When these proteins reach the uterus, they trigger the release of hormones such as progesterone and estrogen. Dr. Cuc said phytoestrogen compounds in durian may have effects similar to natural estrogen. Balanced estrogen hormone levels help increase the thickness of the uterine lining, creating a favorable environment for the embryo to implant and develop.

Reduce stress: Stress is a factor that greatly affects the success rate of IVF. Vitamin B in avocado reduces stress, while the amino acid tryptophan in durian stimulates the body to produce serotonin and melatonin. Women who eat these two fruits regularly have less stress, less anxiety, and improved insomnia.

Dr. Kim Cuc noted that avocado and durian are both rich in calories and fat. Durian also has a high sugar content, eating too much can cause unwanted weight gain, negatively affecting IVF results. Consuming too much fiber from durian can also lead to diarrhea and bloating. This fruit is not recommended for people with diabetes, obesity, or high blood pressure.

There are currently no specific recommendations on the amount of avocado and durian that can be used. Due to different plant varieties, ripeness, care, processing, preservation, etc., the nutritional content of fruits also changes. It’s best for couples not to abuse avocado and durian when performing IVF. Doctor Cuc advises that during the process of sperm preparation, ovarian stimulation and after embryo transfer, men and women should have a healthy, nutritious diet, supplementing a variety of other nutritional sources to have a healthy diet. balance. Prioritize lots of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, healthy fats… to help support the process of embryo implantation in the uterus, creating a good foundation for the first steps of fetal development. pediatric.

Add healthy fats from olive oil, nuts (almonds, walnuts) and fatty fish (salmon). Increasing protein from chicken, fish, eggs, tofu and yogurt not only provides energy but also enhances cell health. Prioritize lots of green vegetables and fruits such as mustard greens, broccoli, carrots, oranges, and blueberries, which also provide many vitamins and antioxidants to help improve sperm quality and prepare the uterine environment well.

Limit processed foods, fast foods, foods high in sugar, do not use alcohol, tobacco and stimulants to avoid causing inflammation and reducing the quality of egg and sperm cells. Women at high risk of ovarian hyperstimulation should increase their intake of protein from fish and meat because it can alleviate ovarian hyperstimulation.