First of all, no need to panic! You’re doing great. The fact is that it may take a relatively long time to finally get that big fat positive on your pregnancy test. If you’ve been trying for more than a few months and are feeling a little impatient, know that it’s common to take a […]
By Chris D. Meletis, N.D. We are glad to see more and more attention focused on the serious issue of fertility and pregnancy complications in Black women. Black women in the United States experience an increased rate of miscarriages and pregnancy deaths and they are disproportionately affected by fertility problems.1 Impaired Fertility in Black Women […]
By Chris D. Meletis, N.D. For a long time now, we’ve known that there’s a link between the environment and fertility – or more specifically toxic substances that have been released into the environment harm fertility. Pesticides, herbicides, toxic compounds in plastics, air pollution, and other substances can impact sperm health, the ovaries, and other […]
By Chris D. Meletis, N.D. What is N-acetyl cysteine and how can it support both male and female fertility? N-acetyl cysteine—NAC, for short—is an amino acid that boosts levels of a powerful antioxidant known as glutathione. NAC is a popular dietary supplement with a variety of health benefits. These include loosening mucous in your nasal […]
By Chris D. Meletis, N.D. One of your biggest concerns right now is probably immune support during your pregnancy in both yourself and your unborn child. A number of ingredients in fertility supplements are also researched for their ability to maintain a healthy immune system. In this article, I’ll talk about some of those ingredients […]