Recurrent pregnancy loss, or repeated miscarriages are devastating and challenging to treat. There are numerous causes so a full work-up should be completed to gain clarity into the underlying cause and treat appropriately. We present an evidence-based review of current information in this field of reproductive medicine.
Recurrent Miscarriages: Evaluation and Testing to Prevent Pregnancy Loss Read More »
Electroacupuncture can increase the success of IVF cycles by improving blood flow to the reproductive organs. Learn more about the scientific evidence on this therapeutic intervention and mechanisms of action.
Increasing IVF Success with ElectroAcupuncture Read More »
Androgens such as testosterone and DHEA are important markers of egg quality. In women with diminished ovarian reserve we often see low levels of these hormones. A recent study outlined the reponse during IVF of women with poor egg quality or diminished ovarian reserve, with respect to their levels of testosterone.
Things to note on Androgens, DHEA and Egg Quality Read More »
PCOS is not just one disorder. There are in fact 4 different scientifically validated types, each having different disease risks. This article reviews a new study which goes through the different risks of each type of PCOS.
PCOS Phenotypes and Associated Risks Read More »
Resveratrol is a compound for grapes that has been linked in several studies to healthy fertility. The benefits range from possible help for egg quality, to improvement of PCOS and circulation. Read this comprehensive article, part 2 of a 4 part series on this important nutrient for fertility.
Resveratrol And Fertility | Excerpt from Resveratrol Health Series Read More »
Every day we are exposed to a variety of toxins through our environment and the foods we eat: pesticide residues on vegetables, antibiotics in meat products, air pollutants and chemical cleaners, to name a few. Over time, these toxins can accumulate in the body and impede healthy organ function. As a naturopathic doctor practicing in
How to Eliminate Toxins from your Home and Detox Your Life. Read More »
