Female fertility is defined as woman's ability to naturally conceive a child, according to MayoClinic.com. Factors such as ovulation disorders, uterine problems, damaged fallopian tubes, endometriosis and age can affect a woman's fertility. Vitamins play a significant fertility role by balancing hormones, balancing the nervous system and keeping the organs functioning at optimal levels. Regular consumption of vitamins, exercise and regular doctor visits can increase fertility and aid in pregnancy.
Flaxseed Oil
Flaxseed oil helps relieve menopausal symptoms, female infertility, endometriosis by improving uterine functions and menstrual cramps, according to the Office of Dietary Supplements, a division of the National Institutes of Health. Flaxseed oil is an important fatty acid that contains hormone-balancing phytoestrogens and lignans. Phytoestrogens are plant-based estrogens that balance a woman's progesterone and estrogen levels, which increases infertility and the chances of conceiving. The recommended daily dose for flaxseed oil is 400 mg.
Vitamin C
Vitamin C increases fertility, helps to absorb iron in women with luteal defects and increases infertility. Although vitamin C is beneficial in increasing conception chances, women should avoid large doses because it can prevent sperm from reaching the egg by drying up cervical fluids and creating mobility difficulties for sperm, according to Mayoclinic.com. The recommended daily dose is 500 mg a day for vitamin C. Calcium rich foods include broccoli, spinach, oranges and other citrus fruits.
Iron
Iron is responsible for the creation of red blood cells that is needed for conception and fertility. Iron increases fertility by balancing and regulating ovulation cycles. According to the American Pregnancy Association, women who consume iron supplements reduce their chances of developing ovulation disorder infertility. Menstruation cycles, pregnancy and lactation can cause women of childbearing age to develop iron-deficient anemia. The recommended dose for iron is 15mg a day. Iron rich foods include fortified cereals, prunes, raisins, egg yolks, beans and liver.
Folic Acid
Folic acid is known to prevent spina bifida and other neural tube birth defects. According to the American Fertility Association, women who consume folic acid on a daily basis improve their baby's risk of developing birth defects. However, women with insufficient amounts of folic acid during pregnancy and diet increase their chances of having a still birth or miscarriage. The recommended daily dosage of folic acid is 400 mcg. Folic acid rich foods include collard greens, spinach, broccoli, liver, poultry, pork and whole grains.
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