Experts weigh in
Male fertility decline has become one of the most important and unsettling questions in reproductive medicine. There appears to have been a clear decline in sperm quality over the past 50 years, but the difficult truth is that there is no single, settled explanation.
That was one of the central messages delivered…
The human microbiome is a complex ecosystem of bacteria, viruses, and fungi living in and on the body. Far from being passive passengers, these microbes actively shape immunity, digestion, metabolism, and even brain development. Understanding how this forms and what disrupts it is a critical area to understand to improve your health. Being able to…
I share the following information after yet another onslaught on social media about "natural" or "food based" supplements making all sorts of claims from "pure" to "meeting your daily needs". Most of these posts are cleverly worded to pique your interest and feel that you need to have that product - when you most likely…
You've reached that time in your life when you feel financially secure and the time is right to start a family, or add to your family. So of course you want to get started right away. Then you do some research and read about the importance of preparing your body and decide to get that…
Sometimes all the good advice goes unheeded because it all seems too hard. But, listening to and watching other people's personal experiences can help us take note. It is for this reason that I share the following video recording which I urge you to watch and share widely as it affects us all. But for…
Infertility is a pressing reproductive health issue in modern society, with male factors accounting for approximately 50% of all cases. However, most research on male infertility has primarily focused on the testis, often ignoring the critical role of the prostate. As the largest male reproductive gland, the prostate plays a vital role in semen quality.…
For too long, fertility challenges have been seen as a female issue, with tests, treatments, and emotional pressure often falling solely on women. Yet male reproductive health contributes to at least 50% of infertility cases. Despite this, it often receives far less attention, even though male reproductive well-being is just as crucial for couples trying…
One of the most frequent questions I get asked is How do I improve my fertility?
My response to this is two-fold:
1. Eat a varied, whole food, organic diet which includes protein in each meal. Stable blood sugar is essential for balanced hormones and regular ovulation, and protein (and fat) help prevent…
During the past 20+ years in clinical practice I have noticed a significant increase in children being more reactive, more overwhelmed, and more sensitive.
Such observations cannot be left alone – we need to ask ‘why?’
There are a multitude of possible answers to this –
· Have parenting methods changed?
· Is it related…
Finally, there are Governments willing to call out the perpetrators and make changes that will change the trajectory of sickness, giving hope to future generations.
Chronic disease is no longer something your child might face only in adulthood. Conditions like obesity, Type 2 diabetes, asthma, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), anxiety, and depression are now appearing earlier…
Despite prevalent perceptions, infertility, or the inability to conceive after one year of frequent, unprotected sexual activity, is a problem that affects everyone. It is crucial to highlight that male infertility has a role in 40-50% of all couples who are having difficulty conceiving, despite the fact that there are numerous reasons concerning the female…
Many women I speak with share a similar experience: they feel “off” hormonally but can’t quite pinpoint why. Maybe cycles feel different, moods fluctuate more easily, or energy rises and falls in unfamiliar ways. We often look first to stress, aging, or changes in routine, and those can absolutely play a role. But there’s another…