High DHEA and Testosterone in PCOS | Ovary vs Adrenal Androgens

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PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome) is a condition affecting approximately 10% of the female population. It is the number one most common reproductive health concern in women and affects not only fertility, but also emotional and physical well-being due to its far-reaching health implications. High DHEA-S and testosterone in PCOS are common, however what is the …

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Ashwagandha and Sperm Count

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Ayurvedic herb ashwagandha was recently studied for its effects in men with low sperm count, also known as oligospermia. Male infertility accounts from anywhere from 30-50% of infertility worldwide. IVF is an expensive procedure that is often used to treat male factor infertility, however, there is good evidence that many natural supplements and antioxidants may …

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Antioxidants and Female Fertility: New Evidence

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A new study was just released today on antioxidants and female fertility from Fertility and Sterility from Boston IVF/Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates. The study investigated the use of antioxidant supplements in couples suffering from unexplained infertility. Infertility is an important health issue that affects 20% of all couples. Antioxidants scavenge the damaging free radicals that …

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Thyroid and Fertility Seminar | Naturopathic Thyroid Info

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Last month, I provided a seminar through a summit (The Joyfully Pregnant Fertility Summit) which included talks and interviews from several experts on a variety of fertility topics. My topic focused on the naturopathic viewpoint on the function of the thyroid in fertility and pregnancy. If you’ve read our other blog posts on this topic, …

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Thyroid and Fertility, Thyroid and Pregnancy | Infographic – Dr Fiona McCulloch

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Please share this handy infographic to spread awareness of how important thyroid function is in pregnancy and fertility. As Naturopathic doctors, we often see the far-reaching effect that thyroid health has on women’s fertility. Hypothyroid and Hashimoto’s disease can result in infertility, miscarriage, and developmental problems including reduced IQ in the baby. Many women do …

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