Vitamins and plants for fertility: An essential duo when planning a pregnancy

Vitamin B9 (better known as folic acid) plays multiple roles in the body, particularly during the perinatal period. It is involved in all processes of cell growth and division and prevents malformations of the nervous system, particularly the neural tube. Vitamin B9 is key for the functioning of the body, the constitution of the embryo and the proper development of the fetus.

Many women are deficient in vitamin B9 without knowing it, even though it has been proven that taking vitamin B9 can considerably limit the risk of malformations.

Vitamin B9 may include:

- folate, the natural form of vitamin B9, which is naturally present in foods

- folic acid, of synthetic origin which is found in certain food supplements, but which is not correctly assimilated by all women.

At Boome, we have chosen a natural form of vitamin B9, more bioavailable than folic acid. We sourced it from citrus fruits and lemon in particular. We have also combined our vitamin B9 with vitamin B12, D, Zinc and choline to maximize its effects.

Myo-inositol is one of the 9 isomers of inositol, which is an organic molecule found in nature.

Sometimes called the fertility molecule, myo-inositol has been the subject of a large number of studies which have proven its effectiveness in improving the quality of oocytes and follicular growth. Among its many benefits, myo-inositol helps regulate menstrual cycles and thus promotes ovulation.

Myo-inositol is particularly suitable for all women suffering from polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), which is the leading cause of female infertility. This syndrome, which affects 5 to 10% of women of childbearing age, is characterized in particular by insulin resistance. Myo-inositol would correct this insulin resistance and thus restore hormonal balance.

In food, we can find inositol in fruits, notably oranges or certain varieties of melons, but also in liver and beef heart. But for women suffering from PCOS, a dietary intake alone will not be enough and it is recommended to supplement in parallel with quality food supplements.

Red clover is a medicinal plant used since Antiquity, very nutritious and mineralizing.

Rich in vitamins, calcium and magnesium, red clover also contains isoflavones, which act like phytoestrogens, that is to say like the natural hormones estrogens. Red clover helps regulate hormonal balance.

Red clover also allows good lymphatic and blood drainage, and therefore improves blood circulation to the reproductive organs.

Finally, it modifies the pH of the uterus, thanks to its alkanizing properties and limits the acidity of the cervical mucus, preparing a more favorable environment for pregnancy.