Vitamins D3 & K2 For Fertility
I’m sure you’ve heard how important it is to make sure you’re getting enough vitamin D each day, but did you know that study after study also shows the importance of this vitamin for healthy fertility?
Probiotics & Fertility
Probiotics are commonly used to boost immunity and improve gut health, but did you know that they are also important for fertility?
Blood Sugar & Hormones
Did you know that you can’t have balanced hormones if you don’t have balanced blood sugar?
Most of us know that eating sugar and a lot of carbohydrates isn’t great for our health and hormones, but studies show that elevated blood sugar levels can actually reduce pregnancy rates!
Could Toothpaste Be Harming Your Fertility?
Unless your dentist is holistic, chances are you’ve been told to use toothpaste and oral hygiene products containing fluoride.
What Are Forever Chemicals
Did you know that modern conveniences such as stain-resistant furniture, nonstick pans, and even makeup often contain highly toxic fluorinated chemicals called PFAS?
What Are Microplastics?
If you’ve been following me for a minute, you already know I’m a huge believer in reducing the amount of plastic in our lives. And it’s not just about protecting the planet. It’s about protecting our health and fertility, too.
Microplastics are tiny plastic particles that are now found in our food, drinking water, air, household dust, and even inside our bodies. Researchers have detected them in reproductive tissues, including semen, testicular tissue, and ovarian follicular fluid. So what exactly are microplastics, where are they coming from, and what can you do to reduce your exposure?
Wine & Fertility: What to Know
As someone married to a European from a wine region, I appreciate the occasional glass of wine alongside a weekend picnic. But when you’re trying to conceive, there are two things worth considering: alcohol itself and the potential pesticide residues in your wine. Abstaining from alcohol is the safest approach when trying to conceive, particularly because you may become pregnant before you know it. If you do choose to drink, the quality and production methods of your wine are worth paying attention to.
Warm Feet When TTC
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, keeping the feet and lower body warm is traditionally considered important for supporting reproductive health. The idea is that warmth supports the flow of qi and blood through the meridians connected to the lower abdomen and reproductive organs.
While modern medicine doesn’t define fertility in terms of a “cold uterus,” there is an interesting overlap between this traditional concept and modern fertility research: blood flow to the reproductive organs matters.
The Menstrual Products You Use Matter
The products you use during your period may be exposing you to chemicals you wouldn’t knowingly put on your body. Tampons, pads, and liners can contain or be contaminated with endocrine-disrupting chemicals, pesticides, fragrances, and other unwanted substances. Because these products are used repeatedly and are in contact with highly permeable tissue for several hours at a time, I recommend choosing menstrual products made with the simplest, cleanest materials you can find.