Fertility smoothie round-up – our top superfood power picks

Fertility smoothie basics – what to blend for IVF or natural TTC

There’s nothing quite like starting your day with a superfood-packed breakfast — especially when it’s blended into a fertility smoothie designed to fuel your body for conception. Whether you’re trying to conceive (TTC) naturally or prepping for IVF, fertility smoothies are a delicious, low-effort way to load up on the nutrients that really matter.

Still, let’s be honest: they have to taste good too. No one wants to gulp down something grim, especially when you’re already doing the emotional heavy lifting of fertility prep. So what makes the best fertility smoothie when you’re trying to get pregnant?

We’ve rounded up our favourite blends below, plus our 8 Foods for Thought to help you choose ingredients that work for your body.

Bonus: fertility smoothies are ideal for IVF support too – they can help boost energy, support egg quality, and keep your system strong before and during pregnancy.

Before you blitz

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Food For Thought No. 1

Vitamins are absolutely key when it comes to supporting fertility, and greens are a fantastic way to boost your intake. Vegetables like spinach, broccoli, and rocket (known as arugula in the USA and Canada) are packed with folate, a crucial B vitamin that plays a significant role in healthy ovulation.

Folate is essential for cell division and the production of red blood cells, making it vital for both fertility and pregnancy. An added bonus? Leafy greens are also believed to help increase your libido—a great perk when you’re trying to conceive naturally! Incorporating more of these greens into your diet can not only support your fertility but may also give your overall wellness a boost.

Food For Thought No. 2

Lightly steam your greens before adding them to your smoothie or meal – this simple step makes a big difference. The body can sometimes find it challenging to fully digest raw greens, as they contain fiber and cellulose that can be tough on the digestive system.

By steaming them lightly, you break down these fibers, making the nutrients easier for your body to absorb. Plus, when your body isn’t working hard to digest raw greens, it can focus its energy on other vital processes, like supporting your fertility or boosting your overall health. This small tweak can help you get the most out of your greens without overloading your digestive system.

Food For Thought No. 3

Keep an eye on your sugar intake – This is especially important when it comes to your smoothies, as certain fruits can be higher in natural sugars than others.

While fruits are packed with essential vitamins and nutrients, consuming too much sugar can cause spikes in blood sugar levels, putting unnecessary stress on your body. Over time, excessive sugar can lead to oxidative stress, which may affect the health of both egg and sperm cells, potentially hindering healthy conception.

To keep things in check, opt for lower-sugar fruit choices like green apples, pears, and berries, which provide the sweetness you crave without the blood sugar surge. When it comes to your smoothie base, it’s also a good idea to choose water, milk, or a milk alternative instead of fruit juices, which can be packed with added sugars and empty calories.

This small change can help ensure your smoothie is supporting, rather than compromising, your fertility goals.

Food For Thought No. 4

Change up your greens – While leafy greens are undeniably packed with nutrients, consuming too much of the same type can cause your body to miss out on the broader spectrum of benefits that other greens offer.

Variety is key when it comes to nourishing your body, as it ensures you’re getting a wider array of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that support a range of essential functions. This variety is especially important for gut health – a diverse mix of greens provides different types of prebiotic fibers that help nourish the good bacteria in your microbiome.

A healthy, balanced microbiome supports digestion, immunity, and overall well-being. So, mix things up by incorporating different greens like kale, chard, and dandelion leaves alongside your regular spinach or arugula. This way, you can maximize the health benefits and keep your body in top shape.

Food For Thought No. 5

Include natural sources of protein – These include quinoa, hemphearts, nuts, flax seeds and pumpkin seeds. Alternatives are powders like collagen, and protein supplements. Avoid pea protein, which is said to be a natural contraceptive.

Food For Thought No. 6

Avoid frozen where possible – In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), frozen foods are avoided for fertility, as they can chill the uterus. And we want to focus this as an ideal nesting ground for your embryos, or an upcoming embryo transfer. If in doubt, it’s better to serve your smoothies at room temperature.

Related Article – IVF Blog – How To Prepare for an Embryo Transfer

Food For Thought No. 7

Choose your superfoods – Spirulina is a green algae found in fresh and ocean water. It’s rich in minerals, vitamins and antioxidants. Fun fact – the Aztecs used to eat it for strength and endurance. And we’re not arguing.

Wheatgrass is another fantastic fertility superfood. It lowers the Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH), balances all your overall hormonal health and enhances cell health.

Maca (or maca powder) is world-renowned for its fertility boosting properties. It’s a naturally energising plant, enhancing fertility as a whole and supporting your endocrine system.

Note, your endocrine system is the collection of glands that produce hormones to regulate metabolism, growth and development, tissue function, sexual function, reproduction, sleep, mood and much more.

Food For Thought No. 8

Include good Omegas – Focus on Omega-3, and look to include extra virgin olive oil and top quality fish oils, in your diet as a whole (we wouldn’t recommend putting these in a fertility smoothie!).

Others sources are walnuts, walnut oil and flaxseeds. Omega-6 you can find in hemp seeds, pumpkin seeds and pine nuts. Avocados, almonds, coconut oils and coconut creams are rich in Omega-9.

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