The inability to conceive in females is a little more complex than in males. The problem may be anovulation, uterine fibroids, polycystic ovary disease, endometriosis, damaged or blocked fallopian tubes, hormone imbalance, STD’s, bacterial infections, or cervical mucous blockage. It is important to find out the exact cause of the infertility in order to receive accurate treatment. Natural therapeutics can be more effectively prescribed if the cause is known. The following treatment plan is a general guideline to ensure a healthy reproductive system. You should consult further with Dr. Metcalfe if you want a more detailed program for your particular case. Just remember, with any fertility treatment, be patient it will take at least two months to balance your body naturally.

The inability to conceive after one year.

Treatment:

Lifestyle Changes:

Stop smoking. Smoking decreases egg count and increases the risk of miscarriage.
Don’t smoke marijuana. Women who smoke marijuana have a decreased egg count, they may have a smaller baby, and may increase the risk of leukemia in their children
If you don’t ovulate, you may be over-exercising. Decrease exercise to 1 ½ hours maximum a day.
Avoid alcohol.

Dietary Changes:

Eat more raw or dry roasted nuts and seeds. Add flaxseeds to cereals and muffins.
Organic dairy products including eggs.
Eat at least one serving of soy based foods a day.
5 servings of fruit and vegetables daily.
Increase fiber to 30 grams daily.
Eat 3 servings of fish weekly.
NO caffeine.
Eat only free range or organic low fat cuts of meat.

Female Infertility Protocol: