Herbs
have been used for healing since time immemorial and
some of them are still in use today. Of course, this
form of treatment was once met with derision from the
medical community but recently some doctors have begun
recommending this approach to their patients, especially
couples who are having trouble conceiving. Modern
medicine can do wonders but it cannot heal the body
emotionally and mentally and flush out the root of the
problem like the holistic approach can. This holistic
approach includes herbal treatment
for infertility problems.
The
herbal way
- Herbal
treatment is normally very safe but there could be
side effects so it is better to seek professional
guidance and advice. Some herbs can be very strong and
can harm you if not taken in the correct dosages.
Also, it would be advisable for a couple to inform
their doctor about any herbs that they are taking so
as to make sure the treatment will not adversely react
to any medication being taken or hamper any procedure
they may need to undergo.
- The
effects of herbal medicine are not immediate. It is a
slow, cumulative process, the results of which will be
seen only after two or three months. The body needs time to respond
to the treatment. Stop-start use of herbs will not
allow the body to adjust or find out if the treatment
works. For fertility treatment, the herbs need
to be taken over a full menstrual cycle, and they work
better when taken over two or three consecutive
cycles.
- Herbal
medicines are generally prescribed to boost ovarian
function. There are quite a few herbs whose properties
can help to increase a woman’s fertility. These
include herbs like Chaste Tree Berry, which helps
improve hormone imbalance, regulate periods and reduce
stress, thus creating a healthy environment that
encourages fertility. Another is Dong Quai, which
helps in improving egg implantation; Wild Yam boosts
the production of progesterone while False Unicorn
Root regulates the ovaries and improves overall
fertility.
- Herbal
treatment can take care of most fertility problems.
The use of herbs does not adversely affect ovarian
hyper stimulation syndrome, or OHSS, which is a
problem that arises from use of some kinds of
fertility medication. In fact herbal treatment has
been seen to stimulate the production of hormones
needed for reproduction, like FSH (follitropin)
and LH (lutropin).
- This
is not a profession that is licensed, but people who
practice herbal medicine can get a board certificate.
Men and women seeking this type of treatment should
make sure that the professional they go to is
certified and has the education to back him or her
up.
The
Chinese way
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Chinese
herbal treatment has been used for nearly 2500 years and
can treat a wide range of illnesses and medical
problems. Chinese herbal practitioners have been able to
develop many types of medicine that help women, and men,
boost their fertility. Their method is to balance out
the endocrine system which produces hormones that
regulate the body and all its functions, including
fertility.
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The
Chinese use herbs in combination with each other, which
increases their effectiveness while reducing chances of
any side effects. These mixtures have their origin in
formulas that have been around for centuries and have
been very successfully used. These formulas are
customized for the person according to the problem and
medical history thus maximizing their effect and
reducing health risks. The results may not be the same
for everyone but studies in China have shown that nearly
70% of men and women have been able to reproduce after
using this type of treatment.
The
holistic way
Infertility is not just a problem that needs medical attention, as so many people seem to believe. Extenuating circumstances like diet, life-style, environment, energy levels, emotional and mental disposition also need to be taken into consideration. This is why many medical doctors now suggest couples with infertility problems take the holistic approach even while employing modern fertility technologies. This holistic approach allows the couple to get to the root of their problems by way of herbal treatment for infertility, yoga to reduce stress, acupuncture, and including foods high in vitamins, folic acid and other beneficial nutrients in their diet. The holistic approach improves overall health, helping to boost chances of pregnancy in combination with modern medicine.
