What is Endometriosis? Endometriosis is a disorder that affects a woman’s reproductive organs. It causes the tissue that lines the uterus (which is known as the endometrium) to grow outside of the uterus. This can cause scar tissue to form, can be painful and affect fertility. During menstruation the lining of the uterus is shed.…
What are Blocked Fallopian Tubes? Fallopian tubes are ducts which form part of the female reproductive system. They are responsible for transferring eggs from the ovaries to the uterus[ref]”Kajanova M, Miko M, Urban L, Bokor T, Varga I. The structural basis for transport through the Fallopian tube. 2012. Cesla Gynekol. 77 (66): 566-71″[/ref]. Adhesions and…
Understanding amenorrhea Amenorrhea is the absence of menstruation in women who are of a reproductive age. The condition affects many women and there are a number of causes. Amenorrhea occurs naturally when a woman is pregnant or breastfeeding (lactational amenorrhea). In some women, however, amenorrhoea is a result of infertility. Watch this funny and highly educational…
FERTILITY OVER 40 Age and Fertility As women age, their chances of becoming pregnant get smaller[ref]American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists Committee on Gynecologic Practice; Practice Committee of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine. Female age-related fertility decline. Committee Opinion No. 589. Obstetrics and Gynecology. 2014. 123(3): 719-721[/ref]. According to the American Society for Reproductive…
MALE FERTILITY PROBLEMS Basic investigations into male fertility About 40% of the issues involved with infertility are due to the man, another 40% due to the woman, and 20% result from complications with both partners[ref]Hudson B. The infertile couple. 1987. Churchill-Livingstone, Edinburgh[/ref]. In the diagnosis of male fertility, the quality of the sperm is crucial.…
[ssba_hide] [ssba_hide]The sperm generation process is particularly sensitive to external factors. These include trauma (heat, physical force), energy, overal stress level, nutrient supply for the developing sperm cells as well as oxidative stress from free radicals. Research has shown that oxidative stress is probably the single biggest factor for decreased male fertility and DNA damage.…
SIMPLE FERTILITY TIPS FOR MEN AND WOMEN There are fertility tips couples can implement to improve their fertility. Contrary to popular opinion fertility is not just about having a balanced diet. Other important points include sports activities, avoiding toxins in the environment and optimal positions during sex. Exercise Regularly participating in a sporting activity can have a positive impact…
https://youtu.be/N922PXaZdSo The Top 5 Best Fertility Foods More and more couples are subscribing to a pregnancy diet. This is a diet which incorporates the best fertility foods. It’s also a diet that reduces the consumption of foods which can negatively affect fertility, such as processed foods and those affected by pesticides and chemical additives. Fish…
Over the past decades there has been a gradual decline in male fertility. Given that healthy fertility depends on a many different physiological variables, it’s difficult to determine what’s driving this rise in sub-fertility among men. However, many studies do point to lifestyle factors and diet plays a key role. Making positive dietary changes can…
Adoption Couples that are unable to have children may consider adopting children. This is a way of creating a new family for children that are unable to be raised by their biological parents. Adoption is a legal procedure which transfers the parental responsibility to the adopters. Laws surrounding adoption vary from country to country and…
THE BEST HOME SPERM TESTS Male infertility accounts for at least 40% of conception difficulties in couples. Male home sperm tests are therefore becoming more popular. You will learn: The two methods used by home sperm tests, Which are the best home sperm tests and why, The strengths and weaknesses of analysing sperm at home, How…
FEMALE FERTILITY NUTRIENTS Importance of female fertility nutrients Natural nutrients from food influence female fertility in two very important ways: For the motherNutrients improve the overall health of the future mother, indirectly increasing female fertility. For the babyIt is important to ensure an adequate supply of critical nutrients is present for the foetus. This will…