It is estimated that infertility affects 1 in 7 couples in the UK. Fertility rates have also been declining across much of Europe in recent years, with women having fewer children, and choosing to have them later in life. I am one of them!
I became pregnant just after I turned 39, and touch wood have been healthy throughout, in fact its been a very smooth pregnancy. I have helped many couples conceive naturally and one thing overlooked by physicians is the diet! Yes nutritional state of both men and women is important and fertility is not just about sex hormones, there are a range of factors that need to be reviewed and considered when thinking about fertility health. These include obesity, weight management, thyroid function, blood sugar management, stress load, and exposure to chemical endocrine disruptors.
If the woman is depleted in certain nutrients and her adrenals and thyroid out of kilter this can delay conception. As also can endometriosis and polycystic ovary syndrome. Same for her partner if he is exhausted, running on empty and eating and drinking too much of the wrong foods and drinks this can impact sperm quality.
Fertility assessments can be done, looking at 13 body systems, 7 accessory systems, 7 macronutrient systems, 14 micro-nutrient deficiencies, and over 40 possible clinical dysfunctions to reveal more about your health.
Book today for a couples consultation and fertility assessement.
