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…
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 and…
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…
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…
Male factor infertility is very common and can be the result of many influences Infertility affects both men and women equally. Male factor infertility accounts for 40% of all couples struggling to conceive, while female factor infertility is the cause of another 40% of cases[ref]”http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1240129″[/ref]. In the remaining 20% of instances, there are problems on…
There is evidence of a decline in male fertility. Is this a global phenomena and can it be reversed? Over recent years there has been an increasing concern that a decline in male fertility is occurring. Some fertility experts warn that we are entering into a “sperm crisis”, as studies suggest that sperm counts have…
There are many pregnancy myths. Here are 7 of the most common myths about falling pregnant Over the years there have been many stories passed down through the generations about falling pregnant and the best ways to conceive. There are old wives tales about everything from how to conceive a boy or a girl, to avoiding mint and…
All medical treatments come with some risks, including Artificial Reproductive Treatments (ARTs). It’s very important that you discuss all aspects of any procedure and that you understand any potential complications. The risks of ARTs may include adverse reactions to fertility medications and problems during pregnancy. In some cases, ARTs have been linked to an increase probability…
Methodology Intracervical insemination (ICI) is the injection of semen into the cervix with a needleless syringe. ICI is the easiest and most common insemination technique. Fresh, untreated or raw semen must be allowed to liquefy (read our article on liquefaction time) before it is sucked into the syringe. Alternatively, the syringe may be back-loaded, which…
5 common ovulation myths Ovulation is the phase of the menstrual cycle when the egg (ovum) gets been released from the ovary. For approximately 36 hours, the woman is at her most fertile as the chance is high that her egg can be fertilised by a sperm cell. For an aspiring mother it is easy…
The powerful antioxidant capacity of glutathione supports healthy male fertility One of the most widely utilised and effective antioxidant is glutathione (GHS). Present in fungi, animals, plants, and some bacteria, glutathione prevents cellular damage caused by reactive oxygen species. A non-essential nutrient, the body is able to produce glutathione. However, it relies on the availability…
Increase male fertility by following these 10 top tips for sperm count There are many steps men can take to help improve fertility. Different lifestyle choices can negatively impact sperm health. In some cases, these factors are only temporary, while in other situations the decline in fertility can be more long-term. Nevertheless, there are positive lifestyle…