There is a ratio of more than one can imagine between healthy eating, physical activity and fertility. Failure to ovulate can be listed as a major cause of female infertility, and can be caused by diet and hormonal imbalances, together with the emotional factors.

It is not news to anyone that balanced diets make the body work better. When we talk about infertility, women body weight is a relevant factor, since it is too thin or overweight, ovulation may be compromised.

The amount of estrogen present in the body is related to the amount of body fat. Women with fat content less than ideal, as is the case of high-performance athletes or anorexia, for example, may stop menstruating and ovulating. In contrast, women who are overweight, in most cases, high levels of estrogen, can also result in the inability to ovulate.

The two cases cited can cause problems during or after pregnancy. In the case of very thin women, have risk of developing anemia or other complications that can harm the baby's health. In women with overweight, the risk of developing hypertension or diabetes problems and hinder the formation of the baby.

Because of these factors it is recommended that pregnant women who want to keep the weight balanced, have their levels of BMI (body mass index) in accordance with their height. A balanced diet can be followed before and after childbirth. The ideal is to maintain a balanced diet, with colorful and varied menu.

But it is important to note that who suffer with weight problems should seek advice from a dietitian to set up a menu and not run the risk of deficiencies or eating disorders. Bet on fresh and dried fruits, vegetables (especially those rich in vitamin C), dairy (they are good sources of calcium), breads and grains, seafood (rich in vitamin B complex, iron, zinc), fish and lean meats.