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Not all sugars are created equal, but foods high in simple sugars should be traded in for more complex carbohydrates while trying to get pregnant. A study by Harvard Health concluded: "Choosing slowly digested carbohydrates that are rich in fiber, like whole grains, vegetables, whole fruits, and beans, instead of rapidly digested carbs can improve fertility by controlling blood sugar and insulin levels."

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