Fertility Herbs

My husband and I have been trying to get pregnant for almost two years now and it seems like our attempts are not getting us anywhere. I have heard that there are herbs that I can take that will help with fertility. I am very irregular with my periods. I have not gone to the doctor yet because I am in between insurance companies so we cannot afford the doctors visit. I wanted to try this method first. If anypne has ANY advice I would greatly appreciate it. I am despirate!!!

Do you know for sure that it is you that has the issue with fertility? The reason I ask is that men are easier to check for fertility problems.The process for testing women is very stressful, drawn out and, in effect, expensive. If it happens to be your husband, then you would have saved time and money and you would know sooner which direction to go for natural treatment (him or you). If he is willing, I would ask that he gets tested first.

Meanwhile, there are things that you can do naturally to help your body in this area. Here are some suggestions:
**This quote is from The How To Herb Book p. 176
"Some women have problems conceiving because their bodies are either TOO ACID or TOO ALKALINE. This causes their bodies to kill sperm. It is possible to be tested for this. A Baking Soda/Honey douche can be used to correct over-acid problems and a Vinegar douche can be used for over-alkaline problems. These douches must be used just prior to intercourse in order to be effective."
*Basic Vinegar Douche- 1 to 2 Tablespoons white or apple cider vinegar to 1 quart water.
*Baking Soda/Honey Douche- 2 teaspoons Baking Soda, 1 teaspoon Honey to 1 quart water.
**p. 162 - Eating more alkaline-ash foods helps the body to heal and regain its balanced chemistry.
Alkali Forming Foods-vegetables, fruits, greendrinks, juices, broths, soups, cottage cheese, buttermilk
Acid Forming Foods-most grains (except millet), buckwheat, meats, eggs, nuts (except almonds), lentils
Seeds and grains become more alkaline when sprouted.
Neutral or near Neutral- butter, milk, cream, honey,dried legumes
(If you test too Acid, eat more Alkali Forming Foods. If you test too Alkaline, eat more Acid Forming Foods)

Vitamin E, Selenium, Manganese
**p. 116 says that Vitamin E increases fertility. Taking Selenium with Vitamin E helps increases the power of Vitamin E. Manganese needs to be present in the body for Vitamin E to be effective (p. 115). You can get these supplements at Walmart and other drug stores.

**There are some suggestions in this book for men and infertility problems in case his tests prove him to be contributing to the lack of progress (there’s just not a good way to put this statement). The book mentions zinc and selenium being important for males in the reproductive department.

If you have any questions or need help finding this book, just EMAIL ME. I can tell you where I got mine.

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A couple with no specific physical abnormalities, that do everything right to conceive for a reasonable length of time without a positive result, can be considered to have a fertility problem.

Many couples affected by infertility spend months or years of treatment for fertility problems without a positive outcome.
The inability of a couple to conceive and the exact causes of infertility are very hard to pin down, and may have many underlying single or multiple causes. Therefore it may be wise to try to remedy the problem by maximizing many of the bodily functions needed for a successfull outcome.

Natural herbal remedies have come a long way since their ancient origins, and are making new strides every day, with remedies to increase fertility and enhance functioning of the male and female reproductive systems.

Herbal remedies use botanicals (plants) either singularly or in compounds, and sometimes animal by-products to prevent and correct targeted conditions.

Many new natural herbal products have been compounded to remedy infertility for example for:
Females to:
*Promote regular ovulation
*Correct hormone imbalances
*Regulate menstrual cycles
*Increase libido

Males to:
*Improve the functioning of the (prostate, seminal vesicles, testes, and penis)
*Increase, testosterone levels, sperm production and, motility
*Enhance sex drive, and strengthen erections

Stress, poor nutrition, bad habits such as smoking, over use of alcohol, and drug abuse, emotional and psychological problems, a number of prescription medicines, can all adversely affect fertility, and may require some lifestyle changes.

Natural remedies optimize reproductive health without adding to the risks of multiple births, and many other problems of other approaches to overcoming infertility problems.

A natural herbal remedy could be the answer to your problem.

The FDA does not regulate the manufacturing of herbs, common sense and a little research can help assure that you are buying a quality product. Check the name of the manufacturer or distributor, and the facts label for, amount, daily usage values, and active ingredients.

Joe Rote
http://www.articlesbase.com/alternative-medicine-articles/infertility-and-natural-herbal-remedies-69968.html

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The first thing to bear in mind is that you and your partner may not conceive immediately but you shouldn’t panic! It can take a while and if it does not happen straight away it is not always a sign that there is a problem. However, with biological clocks ticking, women tend to start worrying and thinking that time is running out. As you both get older your fertility levels drop, although women’s fertility levels decrease quicker than men’s. Women are born with a finite number of eggs, and therefore your eggs are the same age as you. The younger the egg, the more likely it will be that it is undamaged or have any abnormalities. A woman in her 20s is twice as likely to conceive as a woman in their late 30s.

Fertility facts*

Women can normally conceive from the time of their first period to about 47 years of age

Women aged 20 years have around 50,000 eggs

By the time a woman turns 35, she has 15,000 eggs left

Women in their mid-40s have a 5% chance every month of conceiving

* Source: The Family Planning Association

As more and more couples are postponing having children until later in life, reported cases of fertility issues are increasing. Age is the single biggest reason for fertility issues.

Your cycle

It is really important to understand your monthly cycle to be able to time ovulation accurately. Ovulation is the release of an egg from the ovary into the fallopian tube where it waits to be fertilized. The egg will remain here and is capable of being fertilized for around 36 hours after release. Sperm live for up to 72 hours, so the optimum chance for conception is the 3-4 days around ovulation – the day before, and 36 hours after release. Approximately 20% of women in the UK wrongly believe that they are likely to conceive just before or just after their period. Many also believe that it’s possible to conceive during any one of the 28 days of their cycle.

Use a day planner or a calendar to mark the day your period begins each month. Also track the number of days each period lasts. If you have a consistent 28-day cycle, ovulation is likely to begin about 14 days after the day your last period began.

Fresh sperm It is also important that sperm has maximum energy and life. Sperm dies after about 7 days in the testes and therefore ejaculation every 3-4 days is essential to ensure maximized chances of conception.

It is also important to consider certain recognized medical conditions that can affect your fertility.

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)

This condition - where a woman’s ovaries contain a large number of little cysts - cause hormonal imbalances and makes it difficult for eggs to be released. This causes irregular periods, weight gain, hair growth on the body and acne. If you suffer from PCOS talk to your GP for treatment - up 50% of women may conceive within 6-9 months of taking the prescribed drug treatment.

Blocked Tubes

Damaged, blocked or twisted tubes can cause fertility problems for both men (blocked tubes that carry the sperm) and women (fallopian tubes that carry the egg to the womb). An infection such as Chylamdia blocks the fallopian tubes and may lower the sperm count. Chylamdia is usually undetectable, so it’s always advisable to have regular pap smears with your Family Planning Centre. At home Chlamydia tests are now available over the counter at leading chemists.

Endometriosis can also cause tubal blockages as the womb lining comes away and adheres to the lining inside the fallopian tubes. This is usually accompanied by painful, irregular and heavy periods. It’s advisable you speak to your GP for advice.

Hormonal imbalance

As we age hormone levels change. A key hormone Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH) increases as we get older. This hormone helps the follicles containing the egg within the ovary to ripen and push mature eggs to the surface of the ovary to be released. As the quality of eggs declines, increasing amounts of FSH are released in order to produce eggs capable of fertilisation. More and more FSH is produced to try and produce eggs capable of fertilisation, and indicates that egg quality (ovarian reserve) has decreased and the chances of the egg being fertilised are reduced. FSH is one of the key hormones that at a significant raised level, indicates the onset of menopause.

Poor sperm quality

The most important factor is a low concentration of motile sperm. Motile sperm are sperm that swim well. These sperm need sufficient energy and motility to reach, penetrate and fertilise an egg. If concentration of motile sperm is low, there is a reduced chance of conception. Sperm motility is affected by a number of things:

Misshapen sperm (poor morphology). If sperm are poorly formed this will affect their ability to swim well and in the right direction

Obstructions in the vas deferens (the tubes that carry the sperm) will affect the concentration of healthy, motile sperm ejaculated.

Various lifestyle factors can also affect the concentration of motile sperm:

Smoking, drinking alcohol and using recreational drugs are all known to reduce sperm quality.

Your diet also plays a part, for example, men who are healthy and are taking vitamin supplements (vitamin E and Vitamin C) have been shown to have a higher quality of motile sperm than men not taking vitamin supplements

2 of the major factors affecting male and female fertility – FSH level in women and concentration of motile sperm in men – are detected by a new, at-home fertility screening test – Fertell.

Henry C. Silva
http://www.articlesbase.com/health-articles/infertility-and-trying-for-a-baby-94481.html

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For a woman trying to conceive fertility problems can especially frustrating and disheartening. The dream of a child of their own cannot be put aside. Many women will try any- and everything to counter fertility issues. The first step is determining the cause of infertility. Many women falsely just assume the problem lies with them. As much as 40% of the time it might be the male. If it is determined that the female, or both partners, are experiencing fertility problems it may be helpful to determine the cause. Each woman presents differently and may have different, or multiple, causes for infertility. In as many as 15% of couples with infertility the cause cannot be medically identified.

So, if the issue is this confusing what can be done? First it is important to get checked out by a physician to find out the cause if possible. Some fertility issues can be reversed through simple diet changes and exercise. Others may be the result of more serious conditions such as endometriosis.

The next step is to find possible solutions to reverse the causes of the infertility. fertility drugs work for some women. Surgical techniques are successful for others. The problem with both of these options is the lingering changes and side effects, not the least of which is pain and discomfort. Many women today are side stepping these remedies and trying the herbal route.

Herbs and herbal supplements for use in fertility treatment focus on establishing normal hormonal production and function, nourish and tone the uterus, reduce stress and relax the nervous system and balance sexual desires. There are many different medicinal herbs that may be helpful in improving fertility in women.

One such herbal remedy is Red Clover Blossoms. The high vitamin and protein content support the whole body. It is reported to contain all of the trace minerals needed by the glands and the high calcium and magnesium content help to relax the nervous system and promote fertility. Nettle Leaves work similarly in nourishing the whole system. The high chlorophyll and mineral content help boost the hormonal system.

Raspberry Leaf is another popular medicinal herb in fertility treatment. It is a well-known uterine tonic which helps strengthen the uterine lining. It is especially helpful when taken with Red Clover. False Unicorn Root is another uterine tonic. It also helps to reduce acidity in the ovaries, bladder and kidneys. Dong Quai, along with toning the uterus, is also considered a female hormone regulator.

Some of the other popular fertility enhancing herbs include Chasteberry which stimulate the pituitary gland to produce more of the necessary sex hormones and Evening Primrose Oil which helps increase fertile quality cervical fluid. Evening Primrose Oil also contains essential fatty acids that help support the brain and nervous system. Due to its potential to cause uterine contractions it should be exchanged for flax seed oil after ovulation. Black Cohosh has also shown some potential in the fertility battle through its anti-cramping support.

There are many good herbal products available out there, either individually or in combinations. It is important to seek reputable distributors when looking at herbal remedies who sell high quality medicinal herbs. Whether preparing your own tincture or using a prepared blend it is important to start with high quality herbs. Be sure to check all warning and cautions when using herbs, as some can be very potent. When using prescription drugs it is vital to check the drug interactions of certain herbs and consult your physician before starting any herbal program.

If you are looking for great information on herbal supplements for fertility or infertility or medicinal herbs for various ailments please visit this links.

Thor Sturluson
http://www.articlesbase.com/health-articles/medicinal-herbs-and-herbal-supplements-for-infertility-in-females-82116.html

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