By Chris D. Meletis, N.D. Vaping is often thought of as relatively safe when compared to cigarette smoking. But if you’re trying to get pregnant, is it really a good idea? And what will exposure to e-cigarette vapor in the womb do to your child down the line? In this article, I’ll talk about the […]
By Chris D. Meletis, N.D. In 45% of couples, male infertility is the reason for not being able to get pregnant. Many studies have found that antioxidant supplements can boost sperm health in men who are infertile. Now, a new study digs deeper and sheds light on exactly why antioxidants may improve sperm health and […]
By Chris D. Meletis, N.D. The results of a recent study1 on recurrent pregnancy loss suggest that we may have been overlooking a common cause of miscarriage – poor sperm quality. The study, published in January 2019 in Clinical Chemistry, adds to a growing amount of research showing good quality sperm may play a role […]
By Chris D. Meletis, N.D. You might have heard about the negative effects of using conventional lubricants. For example, they often contain harmful toxins known as parabens. That might be why some conventional lubricants reduce sperm motility and interfere with fertility.1 Parabens are also of concern because they’re linked to cancer. At first glance, switching […]
Basal thermometers can be purchased online here. This page is a basic guide to charting your basal body temperature. You can use a free online BBT charting service like OvaGraph and buy a BBT thermometer and you will be all set to go. For more details on charting, you should consult one of the many […]