Infertility

Introduction:

Infertility is measured by an inability to conceive after a year of unprotected intercourse. For men and women, the current infertility figures are alarming. Findings show that 25% of infertility cases now relate to men compared to 10% a few years ago. Much blame is laid on chemical pollution, the wide use in British farming of pesticides, along with dioxins in meat and dairy products and PCBs (polychlorinated biphenyls).

However, good food and a few herbs can go a long way to redressing the balance.
Some hormone tests, for both sexes, are helpful, although they may not be able to pinpoint the exact problem in men.
Specialist help must be sought. The Book 'Babycare before Birth' by Zita West gives some insights. ISBN 1-4053-1058-8

Men can take male hormonal tonics and adaptogenic herbs in order to support their fertility levels. Consult a herbal practitioner.

Women should use female hormone balancers, liver supportives and ensure the bowel is moving adequately. Consult a herbal practitioner.

A whole body approach to natural healing is needed, involving proper diet, healthy function of the digestive system, the use of cleansing programmes, exercise and hydrotherapy.

The Zita West Clinic in London and Dr. Marylin Glenvilles Practice in London and Tunbridge Wells can help with fertility advice and nutritional, herbal and other sources of support.

Please look at Pregnancy in Lifestages for more advice on health and pregnancy.

Never Mix Prescribed Drugs and Herbs without your GP or Herbal Practitioners Seeing You. Do Not Use over the counter Herbal Products if you are on the pill, if you are pregnant or breastfeeding or considering getting pregnant except those specifically specified as being safe.