Articles from March, 2013

Are miscarriages considered a fertility issue? It is a common misconception that women who have miscarriages are just fine because they “can get pregnant.” In fact, having multiple miscarriages is a very specific type of fertility problem that affects 1-3% of all couples. Why and how many miscarriages are considered a fertility issue? A key…. read more

Nutrition and Infertility Infertility can be due to many reasons; however, the exact cause of infertility remains unclear. Although the relationship between nutritional status and infertility is not well-defined,certain dietary needs may help increase fertility. Protein:   10 – 20% of daily food intake. Protein is used for cell growth, cell maintenance, and regulation of essential…. read more

What is Endometriosis? Endometriosis is a condition in which the endometrial tissue, which should line the inside of the uterus, grows on the outside of the uterus – sometimes causing infertility. Endometriosis presents itself in many ways, some women have chronic pelvic pain, some experience infertility, and others may have no symptoms and the diagnosis…. read more

Prepare Your Body for Conception It is important to prepare your body for conception including achieving an optimal weight through exercise and a healthy diet. Obesity and borderline obesity convey many risks to both mother and baby which can be reduced or eliminated with weight loss. Studies show, losing as little as 5% of your…. read more