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Can I Eat Banana After Embryo Transfer

Can I Eat Banana After Embryo Transfer

You can eat bananas after an embryo transfer, but as the saying goes, “Too much of anything is good for nothing.” Unfortunately, this is true for our delicious, nutritious, and good Mr. Bananas too.

The period after IVF embryo transfer is a sensitive one where you have to be cautious about your lifestyle, from the food you take to the exercises you do.

Fruits are widely encouraged for their high nutrition content in any diet. However, during the period after embryo transfer, not all fruits are beneficial.

So, stay aware of the fruits you must include and those you must exclude to have a safe and healthy IVF pregnancy.

Bananas After Embryo Transfer

Before you decide on whether to eat bananas after embryo transfer or not, know about the nutritional content of bananas.

Bananas are rich in:

  • Carbs
  • Fibers
  • Manganese
  • Magnesium
  • Potassium 
  • Vitamin B6 and
  • Vitamin C

Bananas are poor in

  • Protein and
  • Fat

A medium-sized banana can yield around 100 calories in approximation, which is decent if you are looking for a healthy food to boost your energy. 

However, bananas can spike your blood sugar level as well. Because the carbs contained in bananas are in the form of sugar, starch, and fiber.

If you are vulnerable to Type II Diabetes and high blood pressure and want to play it safe after embryo transfer, it is advisable to minimize the intake of bananas.

Fruits You Can Include After Embryo Transfer

Fruits that you must take in high quantities after embryo transfer include:

  • Avocados
  • Oranges
  • Apples
  • Pomegranates
  • Strawberries
  • Plums
  • Blueberries

Fruits You Should Avoid After Embryo Transfer

Fruits that you should avoid, at least until confirmation of pregnancy include:

  • Pineapple
  • Papaya
  • Grapes
  • Watermelon
  • Dates
  • Mangoes
  • Kiwi
  • Peaches

Conclusion

We consider fruits in total to be safe and healthy. However, during the IVF process, because of the fluctuations of hormones and the implantation process of the embryo, you have to be a bit cautious of the fruits you eat. Because not all fruits are friendly toward the transferred embryo and may interrupt your implantation process.

Only include fruits that will not cause any adverse health effects and harm your pregnancy. Consult with your fertility doctor if you have any doubts about the fruits you have to take after the embryo transfer process and have a safe and successful pregnancy.

To know more about fruits you should include and exclude in your diet after IVF embryo transfer, contact a fertility specialist.

FAQs

Is black grapes harmful for embryo implantation?

Black grapes contain resveratrol which is considered harmful for embryo implantation and development. So, it is better to avoid black grapes after embryo transfer.

Why are dates considered harmful for embryo implantation?

Dates tend to increase body temperature which is not optimal for the embryo to successfully implant in the uterus.

Why should I not eat mangoes during IVF?

Mangoes increase body heat which can disturb the embryo implantation process and cause negative pregnancy.

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Dr Niveditha

Dr. Niveditha is the co-founder of The Hive Fertility and Research Centre. She is a young and passionate fertility expert who aims to provide high-quality fertility treatments to her patients. During her 10+ years of service as a fertility expert, she has helped several hundreds of patients overcome their infertility and become parents. She also specializes in the fields of obstetrics, gynecology, and reproductive endocrinology

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