oatmeal55 asked:


If a man is overweight, not obese, but deffinatly overweight, does that reduce his chances of getting a woman pregnant? Also does a mans diet effect fertility?

Edith

ASHLEIGH P asked:


i was wondering just a round about price for procedures such as insemination and in vitro. i realize it is different between doctors and state (i am in hawaii) . i was just wondering a general range from anyone who might have had it or knows. also does anyone know the success rates? thanks

Ella

Jason Jantzi asked:


There are two main types of infertility that people commonly experience today - being unable to conceive a child in the first place, and being able to conceive but being unable to retain the baby, resulting in a miscarriage.

In women, infertility can occur when insufficient nutrition reaches the reproductive tissue. Sometimes this might be due to poor eating habits, but other times there is a medical issue such as poor digestion or some obstruction due to toxins. In men, excessive smoking, drugs and hard liquor can contribute to a low sperm count, which in turn makes it difficult to conceive. Additionally, other medical issues including diabetes, thyroid conditions, stress and even weight can contribute to difficulties conceiving a child.

The main symptom of infertility in a woman is irregularity in her menstrual period, or when mestruation fails to occur for many months at a time. Such an occurrence is an indication that a visit to the doctor or gynecologist is in order. In men, the loss of interest in sexual activity or the urge to have sex is often an indication of infertility.

Although the symptoms of infertility are concerning, there are ways to cure it with medication in many cases, or in severe cases with surgery. In addition, in vitro fertilization clinics and artificial insemination can help with conception.

So, how can you tell whether you have fertility problems? Keep a journal of any symptom that you may encounter. For instance, when you have your menstrual cycle, make a note in a journal. If any irregularities occur, note them as well. Then on a regular basis keep track of any changes in these symptoms.

Once a medication or course of treatment has been prescribed for you, keep another journal in which you describe the results. Have the symptoms improved? Are they worse? Are there any side effects? Keep track of when side effects occur and how severe they are. Having this information handy will help your doctor prescribe the treatment that best addresses not only your fertility, but your overall health as well.

Setting up journals like the ones described here is easy to do. You can use a paper worksheet, a computer word processing program, or even a spreadsheet program like Excel.

You owe it to yourself to take an active role in managing your own health. Infertility can usually be addressed but you need to use every tool at your disposal to make sure you get the best results possible.



June

Cindy Heller asked:


When it comes to traditional Chinese medicine and infertility, both the herbs and acupuncture are essential in order for the medications to be effective. The idea behind it is to treat the imbalance in the body through the use of acupuncture and herbs as they will restore the disharmony.

With alternative source of treatment, the conventional infertility treatments and traditional Chinese medicine must be combined. The traditional Chinese medicine and conventional infertility treatments can be are used when all avenues are exhausted as it will lead to a higher possibility of conceiving.

Acupuncture has existed for many centuries in certain cultures as a mean of treating all form of diseases. Acupuncture assists in regulating the flow of blood by the stimulation of the central nervous system as neurotransmitters and neurohormones are released as a result which help to heal the body.

In addition to, acupuncture discharge endorphins which help to fight pain; giving rise to a sensation of wellness. In the East where it was found and even in the west, acupuncture is used to treat a variety of conditions and the association between acupuncture and infertility is still being studied.

Although acupuncture may seem an odd treatment for infertility, it has become increasing popular in helping infertile couples. The idea that needles are used can be discomforting but it is just a painless process of treating infertility. Just like an ant bite and slight bruising might occur but in general, acupuncture causes no major discomfort. Other form of infertility treatment cause more discomfort than acupuncture treatment, so there is nothing to worry.

The use of acupuncture for infertility is effective because our body have energy channels and they flow to different portions of the body and the surface of the body. With blockages, the energy flows are impeded and acupuncture will free the obstructions. With the release of chemicals into the muscle, brain and spinal, the healing is in process. Acupuncture has proven to assist in certain areas that normal infertility treatments are not able to.

Before embarking on acupuncture or alternative treatment, there is a need to consult your infertility physician and if the physician found out from the infertility tests that the problem is structural; then the combination of both traditional acupuncture and herbs treatment together with infertility treatment will not be helpful.

Knowing the cause is essential to treating infertility and acupuncture is a good start. The focus will be on three vital organs and they are kidney, spleen and liver as they have a direct bearing on the reproductive organs. Traditional Chinese medicine concentrate on these three organs and acupuncture will directly impact the reproductive organs through the treatment of these three organs.

Herbal supplements go well with traditional Chinese medicine by enhancing infertility treatment. Disharmony in the infertility treatment will be assisted by consuming herbal medications. Stress and anxiety can be reduced by their use and all in all, the treatment will improve the chances of conceiving.

As acupuncture is mostly used in treating infertility problem such as hormonal imbalances, structural abnormalities such as blockages of the fallopian tubes cannot be treated with acupuncture. With acupuncture, the body system is regulated and more blood flow to the vital organs and help in the regulation of the hormones. That will provide sufficient time for the body to recover especially for matter such as hormones imbalance. Acupuncture is best after conventional form of treatment are tried and in combination with such treatments.

As herbal supplements are sometimes used with acupuncture to boost acupuncture treatments and assist in curing infertility but certain herbs do impede the effect of infertility pills, so it is wise to consult your physician. Acupuncture is most effective when female is having the in vitro fertilization cycle. As acupuncture assist in calming the body as well as reducing anxiety, adding to in vitro fertilization success.

As there is an effective link between acupuncture and infertility, so it will be beneficial to look at the treatment. Just scheduling a few sessions may contribute to conception.

One of the best alternative forms of infertility treatments is acupuncture but it is better to find out more before using it and traditional form of treatment is very effective with acupuncture. Although traditional form of treatment is still controversial, there is little harm in taking a look after all else fail. Acupuncture as a form of treatment is worth a look at and conception might just occur.



Janet

Jean M. asked:


Are you finally tired of feeling menopause and PMS symptoms? I am sure you are waking up everyday and feeling the following:

· Painful cramps

· Hot flushes

· Achy and sore breasts

· Lower back and abdomen pain

· An extremely short fuse that causes you snap at anything that breathes

This is part of life, but unfortunately some women are hit harder with menopause side effects and PMS symptoms than other women. During this rough time in a women’s life, their hormones are all out of whack. Not only do women experience the side effects discussed earlier in this article, many women face loss of bone mass at an alarming rate. After menopause, aka post menopause, women lose over 25% of their bone mass in the first 15-20 years. That is a staggering and alarming rate of bone mass loss. The best thing you could ever do for yourself is invest in progesterone cream. I will share with you anything and everything you need to know about progesterone cream. Progesterone cream supplies artificially synthesized progesterone to the body. It is required because the level of progesterone in the body severely decreases once the menstrual cycle comes to a halt. The creation of estrogen also goes down, but not as much as the progesterone level. This is where progesterone cream comes into the picture.

Where should you apply progesterone cream?

It should be applied on those areas of the body which are red such as your neck, cheeks, breast, and butt. Natural progesterone cream absorbs through fat cells right into your blood stream. Right when you apply the cream, you should feel the soothing affects nearly immediately.

Can you overdose on natural progesterone cream?

The answer to this question is no. You should definitely not overuse it but if you take too much the only side effect is doziness. Since this cream is derived from plants, it is 100% natural with no harmful artificial chemicals. I have been using progesterone cream for over 20 years and I have had no side effects. Using a progesterone supplement is one of the best investments you could ever make. Without using this supplement I would have had the worst PMS symptoms and menopause complications any women could have. It runs completely in my family and all my relatives have severely suffered from menopause. On average women lose 20% of their bone mass after menopause. My family was losing on average 25-30% of their bone mass with severe complications. Menstrual cramps have gotten so bad that I ended up in the hospital quite a few times. Using natural progesterone cream I have completely alleviated all pain. This cream is so easy to apply and the benefits are seen right away as it goes right into your blood stream through fat deposits. I strongly suggest using progesterone cream to treat your symptoms of PMS and Menopause. This is the best thing you could ever do for yourself! I wish you the best of luck during your hard time of suffering.



Ella

Redrose asked:


I had a partial molar pregnancy a year ago(may 2007). And 2 days ago another miscarriage at 6 weeks and it is due to low progesterone levels. I was given premetrium 200mg a day starting at 5 week. still didnt help. My doc is going to refer me to infertility specialist.I am 27 years old. Iam lil worried about my future pregnancies. anyone with similar experiences and still had healthy babies?

Tiffany

Sammy asked:


I will be starting next week and want to connect with someone going through a similar experience.

Jacob

Ferris Wheel asked:


Just wondering why. We tried everyday during ovulation period but just did not get it. We are not stress then, and diet is ok. Now am starting to feel stress out. Any good suggestion like what food/anything can improve fertility?

Christine

Pieternel Van Giersbergen asked:


Because arthritis is so widespread now, it gets a lot of attention from all of us - from the average person to the health professional. Some experts believe that arthritis was first introduced by a strain of virus some two centuries ago. But then, other experts have found conclusive evidence of arthritis in ancient Egyptian mummies. But whether it’s two centuries or four millennia, arthritis does seem to be age-related. We are clearly more prone to have it the older we get. And we have therefore come to regard arthritis as a degenerative disease.

But that should by no means mean that arthritis is inevitable. “But why should we have to take natural hormone creams and supplements?” my clients often ask. “Our ancestors didn’t take them, and arthritis wasn’t nearly as prevalent in times past.” The simple fact is, most of our ancestors didn’t live to the ripe, old, healthy ages we do nowadays. They died younger and were worn out earlier - while we go on playing golf and tennis into our 70s and beyond. We live longer now, and want to enjoy ourselves more. So why suffer - unnecessarily - the aching joints and low energy of arthritis?

Sure arthritis is a fact, but we needn’t resign ourselves to it. By being smart we can stay healthy. From my clientele and personal experience I’ve learned four easy ways to diminish or get rid of arthritis:

1. Soothex: It’s a base of olive oil that’s infused with anti-inflammatory herbs. Rub Soothex topically wherever you have pain and it takes the pain away, reduces swelling, and directly introduces healing oxygen to the joints and tissues. Soothex has no side effects… and you can use it as often as you wish.

2. Oil of Oregano: This herbal healer works on the same principles as Soothex, but more mildly. But it also is a completely natural antibiotic, and is antiviral and antifungal, and gives a great boost to the immune system. With such intense healing properties, both Soothex and Oil of Oregano are a far cry from commercial products that often offer mere numbing and heating effects.

3. Natural progesterone creams - These creams - such as Prosperin for women and Prosperon for men - naturally balance the hormones whose imbalance is the origin of so many stresses and bad sensations that can plague us in our middle age and senior years.

4. A natural healthy diet with lots of veggies and not too much animal protein. If you like red meats then go organic - you’ll be cutting out a lot of artificial animal hormones that can play havoc with your health and well-being.

Did you happen to read that soft drinks can diminish arthritis? And did you wonder, as I did: Could this possibly be true?

The answer, it turns out, is both yes and no. If you have a bad case of arthritis and do not improve your diet and lifestyle, a six-pack of soft drinks might give you some relief from arthritis - but just temporarily. This can happen because the phosphate in the soda can dissolve some of the calcium deposits in your joints, which are the source of your arthritis pain and swelling. Indeed, what we call “arthritis” is actually an internal internal infection and inflammation.

But if you then take up drinking soft drinks as a regimen to keep your arthritis at bay, it will dissolve the calcium in your bones and put you on the fast track to osteoporosis. A losing proposition. Some recommend trying a six-pack over the course of a few hours, to see if your pain is reduced. If you try this, afterwards please stop with the soft drinks and take up with healthy, natural foods. This way the vitamins and minerals in your food will be well absorbed, and won’t form deposits that congest your joints with the blockage and pain we call arthritis. For improved intestinal absorption of nutrients you should also drink kefir and / or take acidophilus.

Sure - arthritis is a degenerative disease, but it can be cured or dramatically reduced if you have the knowledge, persistence, and willingness to change your lifestyle. I’ve never quite understood why many of us seem unwilling to give up our suffering. It seems some just aren’t ready for it yet. Are you?

Let Soothex jump-start the hope that arises when pain actually decreases, movement comes easily again, and your energy starts to flow. If you follow through with a natural diet, you can definitely enjoy your long life more. What else could we wish for?

“Health is our greatest wealth”. - Benjamin Franklin

Warmly, Pieternel van Giersbergen.



Marc

adamswifey2000 asked:


Me and my husband have been trying for 7 years. So I finally went and seen a infertility specialist. I took a bllod test for progesterone and they told me it was low however I have never been pregnant, I have a normal 28 day cycle and Ive been using a fertility monitor that says I do ovulate. Could it be I just need to take some medicine to higher my progesterone or is that unlikely. If so are the chances pretty high for concieving by just making your progesterone higher?

Reginald