Throughout the menstrual cycle blood loss occurs and, therefore, it is recommended to eat foods rich in iron. In addition, it is important to consume carbohydrates of slow absorption such as whole grains or nuts to receive an energy intake.
It is also advisable to eat foods rich in vitamin B such as green leafy vegetables and vitamin E such as olive oil.
Foods such as oily fish provide the necessary source of omega-3, as well as foods rich in potassium and magnesium.
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By Andrea Rodrigo B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist), María Rodríguez Ramírez (biologist specialized in clinical & biomedical laboratory) and Marta Barranquero Gómez B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist).
Last Update: 09/03/2024