If you’ve been trying to conceive, or are struggling with unwanted weight gain, you may have been told to reduce the fat content in your diet. We’re going to shake things up and reassure you that fat doesn’t make you fat…in fact dietary fats are oh-so-good for you for so many reasons. Let’s talk about 5. Why Is Fat…So Phat? 5 Reasons to Ditch “Low-Fat” For Good: 1. Fats = Energy Without The Roller Coaster. They’re a source of energy (and mental clarity, which we LOVE) that’s independent of sugar. Nice! 2. Fats Are the FedEx of Vitamin Delivery! You need fats to deliver vital fertility-boosting nutrients, including coenzyme Q10, vitamin D, vitamin E to your eggs (or sperm, for the … Read More
Male Fertility: What You Need to Know
Although infertility affects 1 in 6 couples worldwide, with male and female factors each accounting for 50% of a couple’s potential issues, many couples don’t realize just how relevant a future father’s health today is to their overall chances of successful pregnancy. The Most Important Fact about Sperm The most important fact you need to know about sperm is that it takes 100 days to make them. Why is this fact so mind-blowing? It means that in just a few month’s time, a man can make changes in his health that will significantly change his sperm quality. In fact, we’ve seen men have their sperm count and quality improve drastically within 6 months of individualized naturopathic care. I’ve even had a fertility specialist ask what I’d … Read More