Research shows that folic acid benefits both men and women. Is essential for healthy male fertility and helps to protect babies from birth defects during pregnancy. Folic acid, also known as folate or vitamin B9, belongs to the B group of vitamins. It is a water soluble vitamin and must be sourced from diet. The body is unable…
Toxic children’s toys could be playing with your fertility chances A trading standards alert has been issued across the UK over concerns about toxic chemicals in children’s toys. These chemicals can have long-term effects on children’s health, and they could even affect their fertility for years to come. Why are the toys dangerous? Some toys…
Vaping Could Damage Female Fertility Introduction Vaping, or the use of e-cigarettes, is a growing trend but little is known about its effects on health. In a new study published in the Journal of the Endocrine Society, scientists have found that vaping could have harmful effects on the health of female mice, specifically affecting their…
This sounds too good to be true. But new research from the University of Aberdeen offers hope for couples who have not been successful in IVF treatment. The team found that 1 in 6 women who had been unsuccessful in IVF treatment actually went on to have a child naturally [1. ElMokhallalati Y, Van Eekelen…
A new study from Australia shows that men whose mothers experienced stressful life events during their first trimester of pregnancy may grow up to have reduced sperm counts in adulthood [1. Bräuner EV, Hansen Å M, Doherty DA, Dickinson JE, Handelsman DJ, Hickey M, Skakkebæk NE, Juul A, Hart R. The association between in- utero…
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, or PCOS, is a common cause of female infertility. It affects 20% of women worldwide, and the symptoms often arise during late teenage years or early adulthood. There are three main features of PCOS. If you have any two of the following, you may be diagnosed with the condition:
University Of Aberdeen Launches A New Tool To Help Predict The Success Of IVF Treatments The decision to undergo IVF or ICSI treatment is a major consideration for couples struggling to start a family. Not only are there financial and physical implications, there is also the emotional journey to keep in mind. Calculating the chance…
Folic acid is one nutrient that many women hear a lot about when planning a family. Nutritionists, fertility specialists, doctors and other health professionals talk about this nutrient frequently and why it’s so crucial for women’s fertility and pregnancy. What is folic acid? Folic acid is a B vitamin. This nutrient is involved in…
With advances in reproductive technologies women now have more options than ever before when it comes to planning a family. Freezing eggs is a popular choice for women wanting to preserve their fertility. There are many reasons why women may choose to freeze her eggs. Often it is to delay childbearing until other goals have…