The process from ovulation to fertilisation and ultimately a positive pregnancy test relies (of course) on the fertilised egg getting implanted in the endometrium (aka the uterus). The question is, are there things we can do to support implantation and give a helping hand?
We get…
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is said to impact as many as 1 in 5 women. With 50% of sufferers unaware that they even have it. Unfortunately, PCOS is a lifelong condition impacting – and disrupting – our hormonal balance. It can also impact fertility. There is no…
New research suggests that PCOS sufferers are as much as 50% more likely to develop confirmed or suspected Covid infections vs women without. We look at why this may be the case and some science backed ways to reduce your risks.
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome also known as PCOS has been said to impact as many as one in five women. 50% of those suffering with it may not even know they have it. Common symptoms: irregular periods, acne, weight gain, insulin resistance and lack of ovulation. The…
When we think of fertility, most of us do not think of seeing a dentist! However, evidence suggests that focusing on oral hygiene could potentially shorten time to conceive by as much as two months (2). We look at how, why and what you need to know:
We know that male fertility is under pressure these days. Average sperm counts are down nearly 50% in the last few decades. Click here for more. Fertility is most certainly not just a female issue! We have known for a while that heat exposure…
The trouble with the supplement market is that it is highly unregulated. As a result, it is very crowded with hundreds of products and brands and very confusing. Pick up two of the same ‘nutrient’ and you’re likely going to find conflicting amounts. You may even see…
Mounting research suggests that getting enough fibre (particularly prebiotic – which feed the good bacteria) can help promote healthy immunity. It has even been shown to reduce the risks of developing autoimmune conditions like Coeliac disease. Something that is on the rise. Read More
Recent pioneering research has added yet another piece to the fertility puzzle. This time it lies with cervical mucus. Which appears to play a much more pivotal role in fertility than we had realised previously. In fact, it may play a significant role in cases…
If you’re trying to conceive, chances are your mind has been going a thousand miles an hour. It can be both exciting and really stressful. The trouble is, there is a lot of confusing and conflicting messages out there. Sometimes from people with clever marketing departments who want to…
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