Fertility

Aside from keeping your blood cells and nerves healthy, vitamin B12 plays a role in the production and development of sperm. A deficiency can mean problems like loss of libido and premature ejaculation. B12 supplementation may help improve sperm count, concentration, and motility in men with fertility issues. An adult needs about 2.4 mg B12 every day for the healthy functioning of the body.

Shivlingi seeds (scientifically known as Bryonia Laciniosa) is one of ayurveda’s most well-known discoveries, specifically used for sterility treatment. These seeds are well known for their anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, analgesic, anti-fungal, antihyperlipidemic, spermatogenic and antipyretic properties. These properties make it an effective uterine tonic that can cure infertility in women. Shivlingi[.....]

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Endometriosis, fallopian tube blocks, and hormonal imbalances can all cause female infertility. If your periods are irregular, painful, or totally absent, it is a red flag. So are thick cervical mucus, abnormal uterine bleeding, pain during or after sex, intense fatigue during periods, and chronic pain in your pelvis, back. Spotting the signs early can avoid a difficult recovery later.

Pucker up for vit C rich foods (bell peppers, oranges, kale, papaya) and use healthier oils like olive and virgin coconut oil to prevent sperm clumping due to oxidative stress. Nibble on raw pumpkin seeds; eat oysters to help improve sperm motility. Add tomatoes, pomegranates to your diet to help replace the antioxidants depleted by smoking or alcohol consumption.

Natural birth-control methods can be effective if used accurately. A popular option is to keep track of changes in your body temperature and cervical fluid while tracking your monthly cycle. Using fertility tests can also be useful. Lactational amenorrhoea, outercourse, and herbal medications also help.

Ovulation day can be any day between Day 7 and 20, taking the 1st day of your last period as Day 1. Look out for raw egg white-like cervical mucus (EWCM), rising luteinizing hormone (LH) levels in the urine, and high libido. Usually, ovulation occurs 1 day after the LH peak, which is also the last day of EWCM. Have sex daily for 5 days before and on the day of ovulation or every other day from Day 7 to 20.

Infertility is traumatic as is, and then to find out a bout of appendicitis in childhood may be to blame can be devastating. Thankfully, medical science is finding that the link may be a tenuous one and, in fact, removing the appendix may even improve your chances of getting pregnant.

Ashwagandha regulates hormone levels, calms the mind and balances moods, thereby improving the body's response to both psychological and physical stress. It also counters the effect of toxic agents that can inhibit reproductive ability. Post-partum, ashwagandha can help women regain strength, and even stimulate milk production. Large doses carry risk of abortion, so be cautious.

According to traditional Chinese medicine, Gingko leaves, the Korean red ginseng, and the Peruvian maca root improves libido, sperm production and motility, and all phases of the sexual response. Ayurveda too suggests certain herbs for curing erectile dysfunction. Ashwagandha, dried roots of white asparagus, kawach, and epimedium restore fertility and increase blood supply to the penis.

High metabolism, physical exertion, diseases, mental instability and genetics can be causes for your bony structure. Liver issues can also leave your body ineffective in absorbing nutrients from food. Weak bones that easily suffer fractures, infections due to weak immunity, malnutrition, stunted growth in children, anemia and infertility can be health issues from being underweight.

Healthy sperms translate into healthy babies. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle and improving the quality of nutrition is essential to improve your chances of conception. Most men are advised a medication course to solve problems with poor sperm count or quality, when pervent attempts at conceiving come to nought. But there are[.....]

Iron helps produce red blood cells, which help transport oxygen to different parts of the body, and is involved in energy metabolism. Iron also plays a key role in immunity, nerve, and brain function. Have meat, seafood, spinach, and beans to maintain optimum iron levels but don't have more than 18 mg iron a day.

Meditation reduces cortisol levels. -Stress stimulates production of cortisol, decreases the monthly surge of luteinizing hormone (LH) which is responsible for triggering ovulation. Meditation helps reduce this. It also reduces insulin resistance and improves sex hormone balance both of which equally contribute to one's fertility.

Ayurveda teaches us that are seven tissue layers in our body and our reproductive tissues are the final, most refined layer. This means that all nutrition goes through each tissue layer (about five days at each level), becoming more and more perfect at every layer. The reverse is also true—it takes thirty-five days to just begin to cleanse out wastes and toxins from this final tissue layer. Because of this, traditionally, a couple will go through an intense three-month cleanse. Here are three reasons why cleansing is so important.