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Secrets of Fertility

Want to become a mummy? Have you already tried, but you did not "succed"? No need to worry. Studies show that over 75% of couples manage to get a baby in a year. So, start by having ... a little patient:). And meanwhile, do your homework!
This article is for you: you will learn what are the causes that lead to decreased fertility and natural remedies to treat this problem. Of course, the appeal to a specialized consultancy will be also an options. Diet and food supplements will be determined by your physician.

We will start by recording an important distinction: infertility is not the same as sterility. As a diagnosis, infertility is invoked in case of inability to have a child AFTER A YEAR OF ATTEMPTS. Sterility is the inability to procreate, regardless of circumstances.

Studies have shown that in the last 50 years, male fertility has declined significantly. Dr. Carlsen, a Danish researcher who made important contributions in the field has demonstrated, through a comparative study conducted over the interval 1938-1991, the average number of sperm has halved during this period.

His researches are published in the British Medical Journal, were quite worrying: men are now twice less fertile than 50 years ago! Case? Environment and lifestyle transformations.

Beyond these general considerations, it is good to know which are the most frequent factors affecting fertility:
In women:

* Oral contraceptives: may disrupt ovulation for several months.
* IUS: may cause inflammation that affects the fallopian tubes, not recommended for women who have not yet had children.
* Caffeine: Recent studies have shown that effect (in high doses) women's fertility.

For men:

* Some medicines may affect sperm count (oligospermia)

Both men and women:

* Deficiencies in zinc and vitamin E
* Cigarettes: nicotine affect fertility, especially to young peoples

First solution for increasing fertility is the introduction of a particular nutrient. You can agree with your doctor. It will build on this specific nutrients whose beneficial effect on fertility and has been demonstrated:

* Vitamin B6
* Vitamin B9
* Vitamin C

Good luck!

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