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ovulation), women can also experience infertility due to structural abnormities. As mentioned earlier, the fertilized egg must be able to travel down the fallopian tube and then be implanted within the uterine lining. Any blockage in this pathway can inhibit pregnancy from progressing. Common causes for a blockage include past surger- ies, pelvic infections, ruptured appendix, sexually transmitted diseases, fibroids and even endometriosis. If the structure of the reproductive organs is in question there are various types of imaging that can be done for assessment including an ultrasound or x-ray, which is referred to as a hysterosal- pingogram.
Endometriosis Support In the case of endometriosis, it is best
to be preventative and implement hormone- balancing treatments as soon as possible to prevent structural changes. While oral contraceptives are often used for this, there are a number of vitamins, botanicals, and foods that can help balance hormones with- out using oral contraceptives. Additionally it is important to become educated on how to avoid toxins such as those in our food and cosmetic products that can worsen hormonal imbalances that contribute to the condition.
Male Infertility
Infertility is similar amongst males and females. Because there are more steps taking place within a woman’s body there are more chances of things going wrong along the way. For men, the main problem area boils down to the health of the sperm. When analyzing sperm there are three factors to consider; concentration, mor- phology, and motility. So, males need to produce a high number of correctly shaped sperm that have the ability to reach the egg. An issue with any one of these factors can contribute to infertility due to the fact that the sperm will not reach the egg for fertilization. When a couple is worked up for infertility, it is common for the male to get a semen analysis to assess the viability of the sperm. A number of factors influence semen quality including thyroid health, obesity, environmental toxin exposure, and lifestyle habits such as smoking, drinking, and drug use.
Hypothyroidism in Men In males the thyroid is necessary for
sperm development and an underac- tive thyroid also contributes to abnormal
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weight gain and obesity. Obesity itself is an additional risk factor for male infertil- ity. Therefore, correcting the health of this gland will help restore reproductive health in more than one way. Other avenues can also be explored with your physician to help determine the best path to getting back to a healthy BMI. Switching to a Mediterranean diet not only helps with weight management but has also been shown to enhance fertility, so it can be a great starting point for overall health.
Lifestyle Factors that Affect Fertility If factors such as smoking, drinking or medication use are the cause of infertil- ity, there are many avenues of support to help overcome habits or addictions. These include counseling, herbal medicines, acupuncture and even hypnosis. In some instances the cause of poor sperm quality cannot be treated directly, however there are great natural remedies to promote healthier sperm production. Since sperm have such a short life span it is important that they have a healthy environment to ex- ist in. Antioxidants are an effective treatment for increasing sperm function and viability by mitigating the damage done through such factors.
Steps Towards Restoring Reproductive Health
It is currently estimated that infertility
rates affect over 12% of women, a number that is consistently rising. While there are many factors that can contribute to this, it can be difficult to determine where the issue lies. If you find yourself having trouble get- ting pregnant, begin by having both partners receive a thorough workup and address any issues that are found. Naturally supplying your body with the extra nutrients it needs during pregnancy can greatly improve fertil- ity. Beginning this as soon as possible will give your body the best chance at restoring reproductive health.
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