It’s often said: “You are what you eat.” This concept holds up equally well when it comes to our fertility status. Diet, alcohol, tobacco and drug use, exercise, vitamins… all of these factors can have a direct effect on our ability to conceive. Here you’ll find helpful information about how nutrition and lifestyle impact your fertility.
An infertility diagnosis or prolonged, unsuccessful efforts to have a baby can cause stress, anxiety, and depression at levels equal to those found in women diagnosed with heart disease, metastatic cancer, or HIV infection.1 Scientific studies show that this stress negatively affects the reproductive hormone axis of both men and women, making it even more […]
By Dr. Chris D. Meletis There are two critical nutrients that tens of millions of North Americans are overtly low in; Vitamin D and Iodine. Both of these nutrients are crucial for one’s overall health and wellbeing regardless of one’s fertility goals. Yet, when it comes to seeking peak fertility Vitamin D and Iodine are […]
By Dr. Chris D. Meletis There is inherent wisdom within the human body to seek balance as the foundation of wellness and fertility. Women with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) often have to work harder to keep their blood sugars in-check, maintain regular menstrual cycles so critical for optimal fertility, minimize androgens (like testosterone and DHEA) […]
By Dr. Chris D. Meletis Your Genetics Can Impact Your Fertility Fertility is a reflection of your nutritional status, your overall level of health, and your genetics. In turn, genetic risk factors can be controlled to some extent by diet and lifestyle. A clear example of the relationship between genetics and fertility is how your […]
By Dr. Chris D. Meletis Are you at a healthy weight? While there are exceptions to every rule, there are some diet and health basics to optimizing fertility that we shouldn’t ignore. Maintaining a healthy weight is one them. If you are either too thin or overly heavy, peak fertility can be difficult to reach. […]