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Agnus Castus and Fertility
Agnus Castus is an herb known to the ancient Greeks. In fact, the name means "chaste", and Greek virgins would sleep with the herb to protect them from harm.

Alfalfa and Fertility
Some say that taking alfalfa while trying to become pregnant improves cervical mucus. However, vets have found that cows who eat a lot of alfalfa while in breeding season have lower conception rates and even fetal loss.

Black Cohosh and Menstrual Cramps
If you´re trying to conceive, it´s important to reduce the stress you´re under. Black Cohosh can help reduce your menstrual cramps and associated stress.

Cherokee Rose Hips and Fertility
Cherokee Rose Hips are found across the US, and have incredibly high amounts of vitamin C in them. Because of this, they are often used in fertility-bringing mixes.

Common Nettle and Fertility
Common nettle, also known as stinging nettle, greater nettle and just nettle, is thought to increase fertility in both men and women.

Coryanthe Yohimbe and Fertility
Coryanthe Yohimbe has been used in West Africa for centuries to help with male sexuality. Coryanthe Yohimbe is the name of the tree from which the bark comes.

Damiana and Fertility
Damiana is found in Mexico, South America and Texas. It is thought to be an aphrodisiac and help with male fertility.

Evening Primrose Oil and Fertility
Evening Primrose Oil comes from a North American wildflower. Europeans brought it back to their native soil and crowned this tonic a "King´s cure-all". It can be helpful for breast pain and menstrual pains.

False Unicorn Root and Fertility
False Unicorn Root comes from a North American perennial plant, and is thought to help males become more fertile.

Fenugreek and Fertility
Fenugreek is used in Indian cooking, and is thought to assist with fertility issues.

Fertility Aids for Women
There are several natural fertility aids women can take. The aids I will discuss in this article are generic, meaning they can be found from several companies.

Flaxseed Oil and Fertility
Flaxseed Oil is good for general health, providing important Omega 3 and Omega 6 fatty acids. This makes it important for couples hoping to have a child.

Licorice Root and Fertility
Licorice Root helps to even out a woman´s menstrual cycle, balancing levels of estrogen and testosterone.

Red Clover and Fertility
Red Clover is known to herbalists for its fertility uses. It definitely provides Vitamin B, calcium and protein, all key to good health.

Red Raspberry Leaf and Fertility
Red Raspberry Leaf is known for its ability to help tone a uterus. While not directly impacting ovulation, a toned uterus is more able to bring a child to birth.

Saw Palmetto Berries and Fertility
Saw Palmetto Berries come from a palm tree that´s found in the southern coastal US and in the West Indies. It is thought to increase sex drive and fertility.

Vitex - Chaste Tree Berry and Fertility
Vitex Agnus-Castus: Known to help with Infertility, PMS, Menopause, Uterine Fibroids, Endometriosis, Acne, etc.. Make sure to check this one out!

Wild Yam and Fertility
The wild yam is thought to help with male impotence problems. It is also thought to help manage a woman´s menstrual cycle so it is even.