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Flax seed oil
Hi there, I have heard conflicting things about Flax seed and flax seed oil. Some promote flax seed as cleaning out xenoestrogens and being pro pregnancy. Then I read that Flax seed can affect the reproductive process negatively. Any thoughts
2 Aqua May-14-2013
02:05 PM
Light periods
Hi there, I started eating more healthy, taking macs, papa, vitex, zinc....etc. My periods have gotten shorter in duration (2 days) and lighter. Ugh, am I not eating enough. I weigh the same about. Does a 2 day period mean my lining needs mo
1 Cbr3hbabies May-10-2013
10:05 AM
Organic Butter, prolactin
Hi there, I am an ex ballet dancer...very good at deciding to eat what I decide to eat. I have never liked meat or dairy lucky for me. I have always had small amounts. I recently learned about the connection between prolactin, milk products and
1 Cbr3hbabies May-10-2013
10:05 AM
Questions on raw kale; royal jelly, fruits, and gluten
I have been following Julia’s eating suggestions for almost 6 months now and have a few questions that I would like to address here on the public forum hoping that responses will help others as well who might have similar questions. 1. Julia men
9 Pogildi Apr-28-2013
09:04 AM
delicious gluten free, sugar free brownie
200 g dark chocolate 30 to 50 g agave syrup 150 g coconut oil 100 ground almonds 50g chopped almonds Heat up chocolate in double-boiler, when melted add syrup then coconut oil and then ground almonds followed by chopped almonds. When cooler add
1 veryhopeful Apr-09-2013
03:04 PM
Acupuncturist diet vs. Fertile heart diet
Hi All, I\'ve been on a clean/fertility diet since July. I have an issue though that I can\'t wrap my head around. My acupuncturists wants me to eat a lot of animal protein - chicken, beef, eggs, liver. Whereas the Fertile heart program says th
7 DaraDelRe Mar-18-2013
06:03 PM
Using food for fetility...anyone else need to clean up their act?
I am starting this thread as we talked about on our conference call last night. I feel my next beautiful assignment is to clean up my act...food wise. I know what I need to do, but I need the support and accountability to be able to do it. Anyone
11 Emma Franciska Mar-04-2013
12:03 PM
For chocoholics
I have found a recipe that is chocolatey, contains quinoa and almond milk, and has no artificial sugar. And I have made this recipe: quite nice. Measurements are US standard. Note: hemp seeds and almond meal are available at Whole Foods (source of
2 mpygmyeec Feb-24-2013
08:02 PM
Dietary changes
Hello, friends. I\'m new to this forum, and I am really excited about the possibility of transformation through making dietary changes. I was struck by Julia\'s remark on one of her blogs that she was thinking of giving up a particular food althoug
2 Lilli Feb-09-2013
09:02 PM
Been pollen for fertility
Pollen stimulates ovarian function. The best results were obtained with a pollen supplementation of 2 parts per 100 in the ration, and with the substi...
5 EricaG Jan-22-2013
10:01 PM
Any tips for keeping up with fertility diet during the holidays?
Hello! I\'m freaking out about keeping up with my fertility diet over the holidays. I\'ve really stuck with it for the last four months, but now that I\'m going to be staying with family out of town, I\'m afraid all my good efforts will be washed dow
2 tsteckly Dec-12-2012
07:12 PM
Super easy avocado recipe
Hello, fertile mamas. I would like to share my favorite avocado salad recipe with Japanese flavor, which is super easy and tasty. (at least for me) 1 avocado cut in cubes 1 + 1/2 tsp soy sauce ( Tamari soy sauce is also good) 1 Tbs (or more if
2 schubert Dec-09-2012
04:12 AM
Does anyone know if chia seeds are OK?
I recently went vegan and have been following Julia\'s recipes for the past month. I had a friend recommend Chia Seeds (or more precisely, an organic drink made with Chia seeds and raspberry juice) to boost energy and she described it as a \"super f
1 Dana_B Dec-03-2012
06:12 AM
Need help quitting caffeine
I read the Fertile Female several years ago and have all the tapes. I have been doing them off and one since then. My diet is now mostly high fiber and although I am not vegetarian I eat very little meat - chicken when I do. Everything is natural
3 sdelac Sep-30-2012
03:09 PM
Anybody losing too much weight?
Anybody losing too much weight on the fertility diet? Now that I\'m eating really healthy, I fear my BMI has fallen too low, and that I won\'t ovulate regularly. I\'m eating all of the time, and am eating (healthy) fatty foods like nuts, avocados, et
5 tsteckly Sep-14-2012
03:09 AM
Earl Gray Tea
I am wondering if anyone knows why Earl Gray Tea would make me vomit. I usually only drink green or herbal tea, but we have Earl Gray around the house...
5 Faithmomma127 Aug-02-2012
03:08 PM
royal bee jelly
HiI have read that bee pollen is full of micronutrients, and trace minerals....that are essential to our repro hormone production...personally it ...
5 Hollywogg Jul-27-2012
11:07 AM
Question about grains
I've read in several places that people have given up wheat in their quest for pregnancy, but is whole wheat ok or is it best to limit it? Also, doe...
5 adriannegonzalez Jul-18-2012
12:07 AM
Evening Primrose- what brand / company do you recommend?
Hi All, I\'m interested in taking Evening Primrose oil and wanted to know if there is a recommended brand or herbal company that is best. I see that you can take in pill or liquid form...which is considered best (and how do you take it when liquid?)
4 adriannegonzalez Jul-18-2012
12:07 AM
USANA and Soy Lecithin
Help! I was about to order all the USANA supplements recommended by Julia; however, when I checked the ingredients list, I noticed the capsules all contain soy lecithin -- an ingredient that Julia says to avoid. I\'m so confused!! Has anyone used the
2 Janet - Forum Moderator Jun-15-2012
01:06 PM
Juicing Question
I have bought a juicer and have been juicing the carrot, cucumber and beet recipe from Fertile Female for over a month now. But I always wonder what to do with the large amount of pulp that is left over. I have tried maxing with salads or with yogurt
3 furyhecla May-20-2012
07:05 AM
Co Enzyme Q10 and improving quality of eggs???
Hello. We have been trying to conceive now for almost 2 years; the last 9 months with a top fertility Doctor in Houston. We have had 5 unsuccessful IUI\'s with Clomid (each month raising the amounts) and the last with combined Clomid, Ovidrel & Fol
2 Divs May-08-2012
01:05 PM
Best foods to raise estrogen and progesterone?
HI I\'m sure this has been covered many times. I\'ve been online reading all night and no matter which site I discover, I keep getting conflicting information. One site will say to eat broccoli while the next site says to avoid it, etc... I just
1 tinksmagic May-03-2012
09:05 AM
I am confused shall I minimise eating wheat products???
Hi I was reading Julia\'s food advice and I am confused on one page she says minimise the wheat products such bread etc eat gluten -free products and on the another page says eat wholegrain foods which are wheat, oat etc. Please help me I do no
6 polishprincess Mar-06-2012
07:03 PM
Anyone tried Metagenics products?
A friend of mine with several health issues just saw a nutritionist that promotes Metagenics products. Here is the link: http://www.metagenics.com/products Its a nutritional approach to curing chronic illnesses and weight management. I had her as
3 polishprincess Mar-05-2012
11:03 PM
Detox and exercise
Hi All I’ve been making changes to my diet and life and I’m really enjoying this change: I cut completely on alcohol reduced caffeine: max one coffee per day and try my best to go without and also stopped eating bread and wheat products and redu
3 Nuran Feb-17-2012
08:02 AM
fish oil
Taking fish oil in liquid form for a couple of weeks now and notice a signficant change in my attitude. Not so pessimistic - it's as if the oil has ...
6 alexwright1971 Feb-01-2012
01:02 PM
DHEA
Has anyone used DHEA supplementation? It has been shown in some preliminary studies to help egg count and quality, particularly in women over 40. It\'s a supplement that is available over the counter. After the last cycle I saw my low AFC, and g
9 dersfer Jan-25-2012
06:01 PM
Suggestions for starting detox..
I am new to this and am looking for recommendations on how to get started. What should I do first? I would also like recommendations for supplements and things like a heavy metal detox and digestive enzyme to take. I guess I am just not sure the b
5 gal Oct-27-2011
03:10 AM
Food for Healing
Hello FH Midwives! I\'m here to share my newest adventure and desire for change in my life. I made a commitment on the last phone circle that I wish to be more consistent with my daily meals. Basically, I tend to skip meals and it\'s no longer w
13 asm Jul-25-2011
05:07 AM