Dr. Monte’s Top 5 Fertility Tips for Women!

Infertility has become a major health issue for many couples trying to conceive.  Lifestyle, nutrition, acupuncture, and herbal medicine can help enhance reproductive health for both Men and Women.  Dr. Monte specializes in the treatment of infertility for Men and Woman.  Utilizing Acupuncture and herbal medicine to regulate hormones, optimize ovulation, boost sperm count and reduce stress to help couples conceive naturally.

Here are the Top 5 Fertility Tips for Women!

1.  Ditch the coffee.  Many studies have found just one cup of joe a day can decrease fertility and conception by up to 50%!
2. Get Acupuncture treatments regularly!  Acupuncture has proven to increase ovulation, regulate hormones, increase IVF success, and reduce stress.
3. Methylate your folate!  Folic acid is very important, but not all folic acid is the same.  Go for the methylated form, known as MTHFR.
4. Go Nuts!  Sesame seeds are very high in zinc which is vital for reproductive health as well as Walnuts that are rich in Omega 3s.
5. Stress reduction is Crucial!  Yoga, meditation, tai chi, coloring, or mild exercise can help reduce stress and actually boost fertility.

 

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